How many syllables in “adjudicative”?
syllables in "adjudicative"
Word details
Syllables
5
adj · udi · cat · ive
Letters
12
a · d · j · u · d · i · c · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
26
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About the word “adjudicative”
The word “adjudicative” contains 5 syllables, divided as adj · udi · cat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjudicative" have?
"adjudicative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adjudicative" into syllables?
"adjudicative" is divided into syllables as: adj · udi · cat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjudicative"?
The Scrabble score for "adjudicative" is 26 points.
Using “adjudicative” in writing
"adjudicative" (adj · udi · cat · 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, “adjudicative” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.