How many syllables in “recriminates”?
syllables in "recriminates"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · cri · mi · na · tes
Letters
12
r · e · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “recriminates”
The word “recriminates” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · cri · mi · na · tes. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "recriminates" have?
"recriminates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recriminates" into syllables?
"recriminates" is divided into syllables as: re · cri · mi · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "recriminates"?
The Scrabble score for "recriminates" is 16 points.
Using “recriminates” in writing
"recriminates" (re · cri · mi · na · 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, “recriminates” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.