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