How many syllables in “preliminary”?
syllables in "preliminary"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · li · mi · na · ry
Letters
11
p · r · e · l · i · m · i · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “preliminary”
The word “preliminary” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · li · mi · na · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "preliminary" have?
"preliminary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "preliminary" into syllables?
"preliminary" is divided into syllables as: pre · li · mi · na · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "preliminary"?
The Scrabble score for "preliminary" is 18 points.
Using “preliminary” in writing
"preliminary" (pre · li · mi · na · 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, “preliminary” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.