How many syllables in “secretionary”?
syllables in "secretionary"
Word details
Syllables
5
sec · ret · ion · ary
Letters
12
s · e · c · r · e · t · i · o · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “secretionary”
The word “secretionary” contains 5 syllables, divided as sec · ret · ion · ary. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "secretionary" have?
"secretionary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "secretionary" into syllables?
"secretionary" is divided into syllables as: sec · ret · ion · ary.
What is the Scrabble score for "secretionary"?
The Scrabble score for "secretionary" is 17 points.
Using “secretionary” in writing
"secretionary" (sec · ret · 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, “secretionary” 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.