How many syllables in “suppository”?
syllables in "suppository"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · po · si · to · ry
Letters
11
s · u · p · p · o · s · i · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “suppository”
The word “suppository” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · po · si · to · ry. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "suppository" have?
"suppository" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "suppository" into syllables?
"suppository" is divided into syllables as: sup · po · si · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "suppository"?
The Scrabble score for "suppository" is 18 points.
Using “suppository” in writing
"suppository" (sup · po · si · 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, “suppository” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.