How many syllables in “investigators”?
syllables in "investigators"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ve · sti · ga · tors
Letters
13
i · n · v · e · s · t · i · g · a · t · o · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “investigators”
The word “investigators” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ve · sti · ga · tors. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "investigators" have?
"investigators" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "investigators" into syllables?
"investigators" is divided into syllables as: in · ve · sti · ga · tors.
What is the Scrabble score for "investigators"?
The Scrabble score for "investigators" is 17 points.
Using “investigators” in writing
"investigators" (in · ve · sti · ga · tors) 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, “investigators” 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.