How many syllables in “contemplatives”?
syllables in "contemplatives"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tem · pla · ti · ves
Letters
14
c · o · n · t · e · m · p · l · a · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “contemplatives”
The word “contemplatives” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tem · pla · ti · ves. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contemplatives" have?
"contemplatives" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contemplatives" into syllables?
"contemplatives" is divided into syllables as: con · tem · pla · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "contemplatives"?
The Scrabble score for "contemplatives" is 23 points.
Using “contemplatives” in writing
"contemplatives" (con · tem · pla · ti · ves) 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, “contemplatives” 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.