How many syllables in “horticultures”?
syllables in "horticultures"
Word details
Syllables
5
hor · ti · cul · tu · res
Letters
13
h · o · r · t · i · c · u · l · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “horticultures”
The word “horticultures” contains 5 syllables, divided as hor · ti · cul · tu · res. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "horticultures" have?
"horticultures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "horticultures" into syllables?
"horticultures" is divided into syllables as: hor · ti · cul · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "horticultures"?
The Scrabble score for "horticultures" is 18 points.
Using “horticultures” in writing
"horticultures" (hor · ti · cul · tu · res) 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, “horticultures” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.