How many syllables in “reflationary”?
syllables in "reflationary"
Word details
Syllables
5
ref · lat · ion · ary
Letters
12
r · e · f · l · a · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “reflationary”
The word “reflationary” contains 5 syllables, divided as ref · lat · ion · ary. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reflationary" have?
"reflationary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reflationary" into syllables?
"reflationary" is divided into syllables as: ref · lat · ion · ary.
What is the Scrabble score for "reflationary"?
The Scrabble score for "reflationary" is 18 points.
Using “reflationary” in writing
"reflationary" (ref · lat · ion · ary) 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, “reflationary” 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.