How many syllables in “characteristic”?
syllables in "characteristic"
Word details
Syllables
5
cha · rac · te · ri · stic
Letters
14
c · h · a · r · a · c · t · e · r · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “characteristic”
The word “characteristic” contains 5 syllables, divided as cha · rac · te · ri · stic. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "characteristic" have?
"characteristic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "characteristic" into syllables?
"characteristic" is divided into syllables as: cha · rac · te · ri · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "characteristic"?
The Scrabble score for "characteristic" is 23 points.
Using “characteristic” in writing
"characteristic" (cha · rac · te · ri · stic) 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, “characteristic” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.