How many syllables in “recipients”?
syllables in "recipients"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · ci · pients
Letters
10
r · e · c · i · p · i · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “recipients”
The word “recipients” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · ci · pients. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recipients" have?
"recipients" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "recipients" into syllables?
"recipients" is divided into syllables as: re · ci · pients.
What is the Scrabble score for "recipients"?
The Scrabble score for "recipients" is 14 points.
Using “recipients” in writing
Three-syllable words like "recipients" (re · ci · pients) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “recipients” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.