How many syllables in “determinative”?
syllables in "determinative"
Word details
Syllables
5
det · erm · ina · tiv · e
Letters
13
d · e · t · e · r · m · i · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “determinative”
The word “determinative” contains 5 syllables, divided as det · erm · ina · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "determinative" have?
"determinative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "determinative" into syllables?
"determinative" is divided into syllables as: det · erm · ina · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "determinative"?
The Scrabble score for "determinative" is 19 points.
Using “determinative” in writing
"determinative" (det · erm · ina · 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, “determinative” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.