How many syllables in “prerogatives”?
syllables in "prerogatives"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · ro · ga · ti · ves
Letters
12
p · r · e · r · o · g · a · t · i · v · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “prerogatives”
The word “prerogatives” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · ro · ga · ti · ves. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prerogatives" have?
"prerogatives" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prerogatives" into syllables?
"prerogatives" is divided into syllables as: pre · ro · ga · ti · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "prerogatives"?
The Scrabble score for "prerogatives" is 18 points.
Using “prerogatives” in writing
"prerogatives" (pre · ro · ga · 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, “prerogatives” 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.