How many syllables in “salutatory”?
syllables in "salutatory"
Word details
Syllables
5
sa · lu · ta · to · ry
Letters
10
s · a · l · u · t · a · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “salutatory”
The word “salutatory” contains 5 syllables, divided as sa · lu · ta · to · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "salutatory" have?
"salutatory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "salutatory" into syllables?
"salutatory" is divided into syllables as: sa · lu · ta · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "salutatory"?
The Scrabble score for "salutatory" is 13 points.
Using “salutatory” in writing
"salutatory" (sa · lu · ta · 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, “salutatory” is worth 13 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.