How many syllables in “caricaturists”?
syllables in "caricaturists"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ri · ca · tu · rists
Letters
13
c · a · r · i · c · a · t · u · r · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “caricaturists”
The word “caricaturists” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ri · ca · tu · rists. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caricaturists" have?
"caricaturists" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "caricaturists" into syllables?
"caricaturists" is divided into syllables as: ca · ri · ca · tu · rists.
What is the Scrabble score for "caricaturists"?
The Scrabble score for "caricaturists" is 17 points.
Using “caricaturists” in writing
"caricaturists" (ca · ri · ca · tu · rists) 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, “caricaturists” 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.