How many syllables in “supplementary”?
syllables in "supplementary"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · ple · men · ta · ry
Letters
13
s · u · p · p · l · e · m · e · n · t · a · r · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “supplementary”
The word “supplementary” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · ple · men · ta · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supplementary" have?
"supplementary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "supplementary" into syllables?
"supplementary" is divided into syllables as: sup · ple · men · ta · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "supplementary"?
The Scrabble score for "supplementary" is 22 points.
Using “supplementary” in writing
"supplementary" (sup · ple · 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, “supplementary” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.