How many syllables in “millinery”?
syllables in "millinery"
Word details
Syllables
4
mil · li · ne · ry
Letters
9
m · i · l · l · i · n · e · r · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “millinery”
The word “millinery” contains 4 syllables, divided as mil · li · ne · ry. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "millinery" have?
"millinery" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "millinery" into syllables?
"millinery" is divided into syllables as: mil · li · ne · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "millinery"?
The Scrabble score for "millinery" is 14 points.
Using “millinery” in writing
Four-syllable words like "millinery" (mil · li · ne · ry) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “millinery” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.