How many syllables in “caricatures”?
syllables in "caricatures"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ri · ca · tu · res
Letters
11
c · a · r · i · c · a · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “caricatures”
The word “caricatures” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ri · ca · tu · res. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caricatures" have?
"caricatures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "caricatures" into syllables?
"caricatures" is divided into syllables as: ca · ri · ca · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "caricatures"?
The Scrabble score for "caricatures" is 15 points.
Using “caricatures” in writing
"caricatures" (ca · ri · ca · tu · res) 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, “caricatures” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.