How many syllables in “diminutives”?
syllables in "diminutives"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · mi · nu · ti · ves
Letters
11
d · i · m · i · n · u · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “diminutives”
The word “diminutives” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · mi · nu · ti · ves. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "diminutives" have?
"diminutives" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "diminutives" into syllables?
"diminutives" is divided into syllables as: di · mi · nu · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "diminutives"?
The Scrabble score for "diminutives" is 17 points.
Using “diminutives” in writing
"diminutives" (di · mi · nu · 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, “diminutives” 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.