How many syllables in “argumentative”?
syllables in "argumentative"
Word details
Syllables
5
arg · ume · nta · tiv · e
Letters
13
a · r · g · u · m · e · n · t · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “argumentative”
The word “argumentative” contains 5 syllables, divided as arg · ume · nta · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "argumentative" have?
"argumentative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "argumentative" into syllables?
"argumentative" is divided into syllables as: arg · ume · nta · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "argumentative"?
The Scrabble score for "argumentative" is 19 points.
Using “argumentative” in writing
"argumentative" (arg · ume · nta · 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, “argumentative” 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.