How many syllables in “characteristics”?
syllables in "characteristics"
Word details
Syllables
5
cha · rac · te · ri · stics
Letters
15
c · h · a · r · a · c · t · e · r · i · s · t · i · c · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “characteristics”
The word “characteristics” contains 5 syllables, divided as cha · rac · te · ri · stics. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "characteristics" have?
"characteristics" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "characteristics" into syllables?
"characteristics" is divided into syllables as: cha · rac · te · ri · stics.
What is the Scrabble score for "characteristics"?
The Scrabble score for "characteristics" is 24 points.
Using “characteristics” in writing
"characteristics" (cha · rac · te · ri · stics) 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, “characteristics” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.