How many syllables in “peremptory”?
syllables in "peremptory"
Word details
Syllables
4
pe · rem · pto · ry
Letters
10
p · e · r · e · m · p · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “peremptory”
The word “peremptory” contains 4 syllables, divided as pe · rem · pto · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "peremptory" have?
"peremptory" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "peremptory" into syllables?
"peremptory" is divided into syllables as: pe · rem · pto · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "peremptory"?
The Scrabble score for "peremptory" is 19 points.
Using “peremptory” in writing
Four-syllable words like "peremptory" (pe · rem · pto · 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, “peremptory” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “peremptory”
The letters in “peremptory” can be rearranged to spell one other word: preemptory.