How many syllables in “infinitival”?
syllables in "infinitival"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fi · ni · ti · val
Letters
11
i · n · f · i · n · i · t · i · v · a · l
Scrabble
17
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About the word “infinitival”
The word “infinitival” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fi · ni · ti · val. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infinitival" have?
"infinitival" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "infinitival" into syllables?
"infinitival" is divided into syllables as: in · fi · ni · ti · val.
What is the Scrabble score for "infinitival"?
The Scrabble score for "infinitival" is 17 points.
Using “infinitival” in writing
"infinitival" (in · fi · ni · ti · val) 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, “infinitival” 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.