How many syllables in “recriminated”?
syllables in "recriminated"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · cri · mi · na · ted
Letters
12
r · e · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “recriminated”
The word “recriminated” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · cri · mi · na · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recriminated" have?
"recriminated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recriminated" into syllables?
"recriminated" is divided into syllables as: re · cri · mi · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "recriminated"?
The Scrabble score for "recriminated" is 17 points.
Using “recriminated” in writing
"recriminated" (re · cri · mi · na · ted) 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, “recriminated” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.