How many syllables in “gesticulator”?
syllables in "gesticulator"
Word details
Syllables
5
ge · sti · cu · la · tor
Letters
12
g · e · s · t · i · c · u · l · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
15
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About the word “gesticulator”
The word “gesticulator” contains 5 syllables, divided as ge · sti · cu · la · tor. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gesticulator" have?
"gesticulator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gesticulator" into syllables?
"gesticulator" is divided into syllables as: ge · sti · cu · la · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "gesticulator"?
The Scrabble score for "gesticulator" is 15 points.
Using “gesticulator” in writing
"gesticulator" (ge · sti · cu · la · tor) 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, “gesticulator” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.