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How many syllables in “inflective”?

3

syllables in "inflective"

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Word details

Syllables

3

infl · ecti · ve

Letters

10

i · n · f · l · e · c · t · i · v · e

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

i1
n1
f4
l1
e1
c3
t1
i1
v4
e1

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About the word “inflective

The word inflective contains 3 syllables, divided as infl · ecti · ve. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "inflective" have?

"inflective" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "inflective" into syllables?

"inflective" is divided into syllables as: infl · ecti · ve.

What is the Scrabble score for "inflective"?

The Scrabble score for "inflective" is 18 points.

Using “inflective” in writing

Three-syllable words like "inflective" (infl · ecti · ve) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, inflective 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.

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