How many syllables in “masticatories”?
syllables in "masticatories"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · sti · ca · to · ries
Letters
13
m · a · s · t · i · c · a · t · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “masticatories”
The word “masticatories” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · sti · ca · to · ries. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "masticatories" have?
"masticatories" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "masticatories" into syllables?
"masticatories" is divided into syllables as: ma · sti · ca · to · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "masticatories"?
The Scrabble score for "masticatories" is 17 points.
Using “masticatories” in writing
"masticatories" (ma · sti · ca · to · ries) 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, “masticatories” 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.