How many syllables in “intercessory”?
syllables in "intercessory"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · ces · so · ry
Letters
12
i · n · t · e · r · c · e · s · s · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “intercessory”
The word “intercessory” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · ces · so · ry. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "intercessory" have?
"intercessory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercessory" into syllables?
"intercessory" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · ces · so · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercessory"?
The Scrabble score for "intercessory" is 17 points.
Using “intercessory” in writing
"intercessory" (in · ter · ces · so · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “intercessory” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.