How many syllables in “cultivar”?
syllables in "cultivar"
Word details
Syllables
3
cul · ti · var
Letters
8
c · u · l · t · i · v · a · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cultivar”
The word “cultivar” contains 3 syllables, divided as cul · ti · var. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cultivar" have?
"cultivar" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cultivar" into syllables?
"cultivar" is divided into syllables as: cul · ti · var.
What is the Scrabble score for "cultivar"?
The Scrabble score for "cultivar" is 13 points.
Using “cultivar” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cultivar" (cul · ti · var) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cultivar” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.