How many syllables in “detectivelike”?
syllables in "detectivelike"
Word details
Syllables
5
det · ect · ive · lik · e
Letters
13
d · e · t · e · c · t · i · v · e · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “detectivelike”
The word “detectivelike” contains 5 syllables, divided as det · ect · ive · lik · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "detectivelike" have?
"detectivelike" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "detectivelike" into syllables?
"detectivelike" is divided into syllables as: det · ect · ive · lik · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "detectivelike"?
The Scrabble score for "detectivelike" is 23 points.
Using “detectivelike” in writing
"detectivelike" (det · ect · ive · lik · 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, “detectivelike” 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.