How many syllables in “respiratory”?
syllables in "respiratory"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · spi · ra · to · ry
Letters
11
r · e · s · p · i · r · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “respiratory”
The word “respiratory” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · spi · ra · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "respiratory" have?
"respiratory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "respiratory" into syllables?
"respiratory" is divided into syllables as: re · spi · ra · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "respiratory"?
The Scrabble score for "respiratory" is 16 points.
Using “respiratory” in writing
"respiratory" (re · spi · ra · 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, “respiratory” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.