How many syllables in “imaginative”?
syllables in "imaginative"
Word details
Syllables
5
ima · gin · ati · ve
Letters
11
i · m · a · g · i · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “imaginative”
The word “imaginative” contains 5 syllables, divided as ima · gin · ati · ve. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imaginative" have?
"imaginative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imaginative" into syllables?
"imaginative" is divided into syllables as: ima · gin · ati · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "imaginative"?
The Scrabble score for "imaginative" is 17 points.
Using “imaginative” in writing
"imaginative" (ima · gin · 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, “imaginative” 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.