How many syllables in “precautionary”?
syllables in "precautionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
prec · auti · onar · y
Letters
13
p · r · e · c · a · u · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “precautionary”
The word “precautionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as prec · auti · onar · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "precautionary" have?
"precautionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "precautionary" into syllables?
"precautionary" is divided into syllables as: prec · auti · onar · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "precautionary"?
The Scrabble score for "precautionary" is 20 points.
Using “precautionary” in writing
"precautionary" (prec · auti · onar · y) 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, “precautionary” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.