How many syllables in “caricaturing”?
syllables in "caricaturing"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ri · ca · tu · ring
Letters
12
c · a · r · i · c · a · t · u · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “caricaturing”
The word “caricaturing” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ri · ca · tu · ring. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caricaturing" have?
"caricaturing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "caricaturing" into syllables?
"caricaturing" is divided into syllables as: ca · ri · ca · tu · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "caricaturing"?
The Scrabble score for "caricaturing" is 17 points.
Using “caricaturing” in writing
"caricaturing" (ca · ri · ca · tu · ring) 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, “caricaturing” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.