How many syllables in “modulatory”?
syllables in "modulatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · du · la · to · ry
Letters
10
m · o · d · u · l · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “modulatory”
The word “modulatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · du · la · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "modulatory" have?
"modulatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "modulatory" into syllables?
"modulatory" is divided into syllables as: mo · du · la · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "modulatory"?
The Scrabble score for "modulatory" is 16 points.
Using “modulatory” in writing
"modulatory" (mo · du · la · 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, “modulatory” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.