How many syllables in “reciprocates”?
syllables in "reciprocates"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ci · pro · ca · tes
Letters
12
r · e · c · i · p · r · o · c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “reciprocates”
The word “reciprocates” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ci · pro · ca · tes. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "reciprocates" have?
"reciprocates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reciprocates" into syllables?
"reciprocates" is divided into syllables as: re · ci · pro · ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "reciprocates"?
The Scrabble score for "reciprocates" is 18 points.
Using “reciprocates” in writing
"reciprocates" (re · ci · pro · ca · tes) 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, “reciprocates” 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.