How many syllables in “locomotory”?
syllables in "locomotory"
Word details
Syllables
5
lo · co · mo · to · ry
Letters
10
l · o · c · o · m · o · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “locomotory”
The word “locomotory” contains 5 syllables, divided as lo · co · mo · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "locomotory" have?
"locomotory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "locomotory" into syllables?
"locomotory" is divided into syllables as: lo · co · mo · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "locomotory"?
The Scrabble score for "locomotory" is 17 points.
Using “locomotory” in writing
"locomotory" (lo · co · mo · to · 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, “locomotory” 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.