How many syllables in “vocabulary”?
syllables in "vocabulary"
Word details
Syllables
5
vo · ca · bu · la · ry
Letters
10
v · o · c · a · b · u · l · a · r · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “vocabulary”
The word “vocabulary” contains 5 syllables, divided as vo · ca · bu · la · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vocabulary" have?
"vocabulary" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vocabulary" into syllables?
"vocabulary" is divided into syllables as: vo · ca · bu · la · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "vocabulary"?
The Scrabble score for "vocabulary" is 20 points.
Using “vocabulary” in writing
"vocabulary" (vo · ca · bu · la · 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, “vocabulary” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.