How many syllables in “deverbatives”?
syllables in "deverbatives"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ver · ba · ti · ves
Letters
12
d · e · v · e · r · b · a · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “deverbatives”
The word “deverbatives” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ver · ba · ti · ves. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deverbatives" have?
"deverbatives" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deverbatives" into syllables?
"deverbatives" is divided into syllables as: de · ver · ba · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "deverbatives"?
The Scrabble score for "deverbatives" is 21 points.
Using “deverbatives” in writing
"deverbatives" (de · ver · ba · ti · ves) 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, “deverbatives” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.