How many syllables in “recrimination”?
syllables in "recrimination"
Word details
Syllables
5
recr · imin · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “recrimination”
The word “recrimination” contains 5 syllables, divided as recr · imin · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recrimination" have?
"recrimination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recrimination" into syllables?
"recrimination" is divided into syllables as: recr · imin · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "recrimination"?
The Scrabble score for "recrimination" is 17 points.
Using “recrimination” in writing
"recrimination" (recr · imin · atio · n) 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, “recrimination” 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.