How many syllables in “caricaturist”?
syllables in "caricaturist"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ri · ca · tu · rist
Letters
12
c · a · r · i · c · a · t · u · r · i · s · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “caricaturist”
The word “caricaturist” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ri · ca · tu · rist. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caricaturist" have?
"caricaturist" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "caricaturist" into syllables?
"caricaturist" is divided into syllables as: ca · ri · ca · tu · rist.
What is the Scrabble score for "caricaturist"?
The Scrabble score for "caricaturist" is 16 points.
Using “caricaturist” in writing
"caricaturist" (ca · ri · ca · tu · rist) 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, “caricaturist” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.