How many syllables in “accelerative”?
syllables in "accelerative"
Word details
Syllables
5
acc · ele · rat · ive
Letters
12
a · c · c · e · l · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
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About the word “accelerative”
The word “accelerative” contains 5 syllables, divided as acc · ele · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accelerative" have?
"accelerative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accelerative" into syllables?
"accelerative" is divided into syllables as: acc · ele · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "accelerative"?
The Scrabble score for "accelerative" is 19 points.
Using “accelerative” in writing
"accelerative" (acc · ele · rat · ive) 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, “accelerative” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.