How many syllables in “indicatives”?
syllables in "indicatives"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · di · ca · ti · ves
Letters
11
i · n · d · i · c · a · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “indicatives”
The word “indicatives” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · di · ca · ti · ves. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indicatives" have?
"indicatives" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indicatives" into syllables?
"indicatives" is divided into syllables as: in · di · ca · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "indicatives"?
The Scrabble score for "indicatives" is 17 points.
Using “indicatives” in writing
"indicatives" (in · di · ca · ti · ves) 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, “indicatives” 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.