How many syllables in “communicative”?
syllables in "communicative"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mun · ica · tiv · e
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · u · n · i · c · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “communicative”
The word “communicative” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mun · ica · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "communicative" have?
"communicative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "communicative" into syllables?
"communicative" is divided into syllables as: com · mun · ica · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "communicative"?
The Scrabble score for "communicative" is 24 points.
Using “communicative” in writing
"communicative" (com · mun · ica · tiv · e) 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, “communicative” 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.