How many syllables in “manipulative”?
syllables in "manipulative"
Word details
Syllables
5
man · ipu · lat · ive
Letters
12
m · a · n · i · p · u · l · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
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About the word “manipulative”
The word “manipulative” contains 5 syllables, divided as man · ipu · lat · ive. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "manipulative" have?
"manipulative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "manipulative" into syllables?
"manipulative" is divided into syllables as: man · ipu · lat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "manipulative"?
The Scrabble score for "manipulative" is 19 points.
Using “manipulative” in writing
"manipulative" (man · ipu · lat · ive) 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, “manipulative” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.