How many syllables in “supervisory”?
syllables in "supervisory"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · per · vi · so · ry
Letters
11
s · u · p · e · r · v · i · s · o · r · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “supervisory”
The word “supervisory” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · per · vi · so · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supervisory" have?
"supervisory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "supervisory" into syllables?
"supervisory" is divided into syllables as: su · per · vi · so · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "supervisory"?
The Scrabble score for "supervisory" is 19 points.
Using “supervisory” in writing
"supervisory" (su · per · vi · so · 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, “supervisory” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.