How many syllables in “predicatory”?
syllables in "predicatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · di · ca · to · ry
Letters
11
p · r · e · d · i · c · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “predicatory”
The word “predicatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · di · ca · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "predicatory" have?
"predicatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "predicatory" into syllables?
"predicatory" is divided into syllables as: pre · di · ca · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "predicatory"?
The Scrabble score for "predicatory" is 19 points.
Using “predicatory” in writing
"predicatory" (pre · di · ca · 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, “predicatory” 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.