How many syllables in “obligatory”?
syllables in "obligatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · bli · ga · to · ry
Letters
10
o · b · l · i · g · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “obligatory”
The word “obligatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · bli · ga · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "obligatory" have?
"obligatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "obligatory" into syllables?
"obligatory" is divided into syllables as: o · bli · ga · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "obligatory"?
The Scrabble score for "obligatory" is 16 points.
Using “obligatory” in writing
"obligatory" (o · bli · ga · 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, “obligatory” 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.