How many syllables in “discriminative”?
syllables in "discriminative"
Word details
Syllables
5
dis · cri · min · ati · ve
Letters
14
d · i · s · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “discriminative”
The word “discriminative” contains 5 syllables, divided as dis · cri · min · ati · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discriminative" have?
"discriminative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discriminative" into syllables?
"discriminative" is divided into syllables as: dis · cri · min · ati · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "discriminative"?
The Scrabble score for "discriminative" is 22 points.
Using “discriminative” in writing
"discriminative" (dis · cri · min · ati · ve) 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, “discriminative” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.