How many syllables in “deliberative”?
syllables in "deliberative"
Word details
Syllables
5
del · ibe · rat · ive
Letters
12
d · e · l · i · b · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “deliberative”
The word “deliberative” contains 5 syllables, divided as del · ibe · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deliberative" have?
"deliberative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deliberative" into syllables?
"deliberative" is divided into syllables as: del · ibe · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "deliberative"?
The Scrabble score for "deliberative" is 18 points.
Using “deliberative” in writing
"deliberative" (del · ibe · 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, “deliberative” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.