How many syllables in “receptivity”?
syllables in "receptivity"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · cep · ti · vi · ty
Letters
11
r · e · c · e · p · t · i · v · i · t · y
Scrabble
21
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About the word “receptivity”
The word “receptivity” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · cep · ti · vi · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "receptivity" have?
"receptivity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "receptivity" into syllables?
"receptivity" is divided into syllables as: re · cep · ti · vi · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "receptivity"?
The Scrabble score for "receptivity" is 21 points.
Using “receptivity” in writing
"receptivity" (re · cep · ti · vi · ty) 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, “receptivity” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.