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