How many syllables in “retractility”?
syllables in "retractility"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · trac · ti · li · ty
Letters
12
r · e · t · r · a · c · t · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “retractility”
The word “retractility” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · trac · ti · li · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retractility" have?
"retractility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retractility" into syllables?
"retractility" is divided into syllables as: re · trac · ti · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "retractility"?
The Scrabble score for "retractility" is 17 points.
Using “retractility” in writing
"retractility" (re · trac · ti · li · ty) 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, “retractility” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.