How many syllables in “degenerative”?
syllables in "degenerative"
Word details
Syllables
5
deg · ene · rat · ive
Letters
12
d · e · g · e · n · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “degenerative”
The word “degenerative” contains 5 syllables, divided as deg · ene · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degenerative" have?
"degenerative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "degenerative" into syllables?
"degenerative" is divided into syllables as: deg · ene · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "degenerative"?
The Scrabble score for "degenerative" is 17 points.
Using “degenerative” in writing
"degenerative" (deg · ene · rat · ive) 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, “degenerative” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.