How many syllables in “ovulatory”?
syllables in "ovulatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
o · vu · la · to · ry
Letters
9
o · v · u · l · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
15
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About the word “ovulatory”
The word “ovulatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as o · vu · la · to · ry. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ovulatory" have?
"ovulatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ovulatory" into syllables?
"ovulatory" is divided into syllables as: o · vu · la · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "ovulatory"?
The Scrabble score for "ovulatory" is 15 points.
Using “ovulatory” in writing
"ovulatory" (o · vu · 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, “ovulatory” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.