How many syllables in “genitives”?
syllables in "genitives"
Word details
Syllables
4
ge · ni · ti · ves
Letters
9
g · e · n · i · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “genitives”
The word “genitives” contains 4 syllables, divided as ge · ni · ti · ves. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genitives" have?
"genitives" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "genitives" into syllables?
"genitives" is divided into syllables as: ge · ni · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "genitives"?
The Scrabble score for "genitives" is 13 points.
Using “genitives” in writing
Four-syllable words like "genitives" (ge · ni · ti · ves) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “genitives” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “genitives”
The letters in “genitives” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ingestive.