How many syllables in “recriminative”?
syllables in "recriminative"
Word details
Syllables
5
rec · rim · ina · tiv · e
Letters
13
r · e · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “recriminative”
The word “recriminative” contains 5 syllables, divided as rec · rim · ina · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recriminative" have?
"recriminative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recriminative" into syllables?
"recriminative" is divided into syllables as: rec · rim · ina · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "recriminative"?
The Scrabble score for "recriminative" is 20 points.
Using “recriminative” in writing
"recriminative" (rec · rim · ina · tiv · e) 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, “recriminative” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.