How many syllables in “votaries”?
syllables in "votaries"
Word details
Syllables
3
vo · ta · ries
Letters
8
v · o · t · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “votaries”
The word “votaries” contains 3 syllables, divided as vo · ta · ries. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "votaries" have?
"votaries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "votaries" into syllables?
"votaries" is divided into syllables as: vo · ta · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "votaries"?
The Scrabble score for "votaries" is 11 points.
Using “votaries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "votaries" (vo · ta · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “votaries” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “votaries”
The letters in “votaries” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: travoise, viatores.