How many syllables in “deteriorative”?
syllables in "deteriorative"
Word details
Syllables
5
det · eri · ora · tiv · e
Letters
13
d · e · t · e · r · i · o · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “deteriorative”
The word “deteriorative” contains 5 syllables, divided as det · eri · ora · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deteriorative" have?
"deteriorative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deteriorative" into syllables?
"deteriorative" is divided into syllables as: det · eri · ora · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "deteriorative"?
The Scrabble score for "deteriorative" is 17 points.
Using “deteriorative” in writing
"deteriorative" (det · eri · ora · tiv · 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, “deteriorative” 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.