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