How many syllables in “reprobatory”?
syllables in "reprobatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · pro · ba · to · ry
Letters
11
r · e · p · r · o · b · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “reprobatory”
The word “reprobatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · pro · ba · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reprobatory" have?
"reprobatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reprobatory" into syllables?
"reprobatory" is divided into syllables as: re · pro · ba · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "reprobatory"?
The Scrabble score for "reprobatory" is 18 points.
Using “reprobatory” in writing
"reprobatory" (re · pro · ba · 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, “reprobatory” 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.