How many syllables in “approximative”?
syllables in "approximative"
Word details
Syllables
5
app · rox · ima · tiv · e
Letters
13
a · p · p · r · o · x · i · m · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “approximative”
The word “approximative” contains 5 syllables, divided as app · rox · ima · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "approximative" have?
"approximative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "approximative" into syllables?
"approximative" is divided into syllables as: app · rox · ima · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "approximative"?
The Scrabble score for "approximative" is 29 points.
Using “approximative” in writing
"approximative" (app · rox · ima · tiv · e) 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, “approximative” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.