How many syllables in “rudimentary”?
syllables in "rudimentary"
Word details
Syllables
5
ru · di · men · ta · ry
Letters
11
r · u · d · i · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “rudimentary”
The word “rudimentary” contains 5 syllables, divided as ru · di · men · ta · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rudimentary" have?
"rudimentary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "rudimentary" into syllables?
"rudimentary" is divided into syllables as: ru · di · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "rudimentary"?
The Scrabble score for "rudimentary" is 17 points.
Using “rudimentary” in writing
"rudimentary" (ru · di · men · ta · 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, “rudimentary” 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.