How many syllables in “investitures”?
syllables in "investitures"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ve · sti · tu · res
Letters
12
i · n · v · e · s · t · i · t · u · r · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “investitures”
The word “investitures” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ve · sti · tu · res. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "investitures" have?
"investitures" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "investitures" into syllables?
"investitures" is divided into syllables as: in · ve · sti · tu · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "investitures"?
The Scrabble score for "investitures" is 15 points.
Using “investitures” in writing
"investitures" (in · ve · sti · tu · res) 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, “investitures” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.