How many syllables in “petitionary”?
syllables in "petitionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
pet · iti · ona · ry
Letters
11
p · e · t · i · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “petitionary”
The word “petitionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as pet · iti · ona · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petitionary" have?
"petitionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "petitionary" into syllables?
"petitionary" is divided into syllables as: pet · iti · ona · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "petitionary"?
The Scrabble score for "petitionary" is 16 points.
Using “petitionary” in writing
"petitionary" (pet · iti · ona · 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, “petitionary” 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.