How many syllables in “retaliatory”?
syllables in "retaliatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ta · lia · to · ry
Letters
11
r · e · t · a · l · i · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
14
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About the word “retaliatory”
The word “retaliatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ta · lia · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retaliatory" have?
"retaliatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retaliatory" into syllables?
"retaliatory" is divided into syllables as: re · ta · lia · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "retaliatory"?
The Scrabble score for "retaliatory" is 14 points.
Using “retaliatory” in writing
"retaliatory" (re · ta · lia · 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, “retaliatory” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.