How many syllables in “recidivistic”?
syllables in "recidivistic"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ci · di · vi · stic
Letters
12
r · e · c · i · d · i · v · i · s · t · i · c
Scrabble
20
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About the word “recidivistic”
The word “recidivistic” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ci · di · vi · stic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recidivistic" have?
"recidivistic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recidivistic" into syllables?
"recidivistic" is divided into syllables as: re · ci · di · vi · stic.
What is the Scrabble score for "recidivistic"?
The Scrabble score for "recidivistic" is 20 points.
Using “recidivistic” in writing
"recidivistic" (re · ci · di · vi · stic) 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, “recidivistic” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.