How many syllables in “veterinary”?
syllables in "veterinary"
Word details
Syllables
5
ve · te · ri · na · ry
Letters
10
v · e · t · e · r · i · n · a · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “veterinary”
The word “veterinary” contains 5 syllables, divided as ve · te · ri · na · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veterinary" have?
"veterinary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "veterinary" into syllables?
"veterinary" is divided into syllables as: ve · te · ri · na · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "veterinary"?
The Scrabble score for "veterinary" is 16 points.
Using “veterinary” in writing
"veterinary" (ve · te · ri · na · 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, “veterinary” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.