How many syllables in “reinvestigates”?
syllables in "reinvestigates"
Word details
Syllables
5
rein · ve · sti · ga · tes
Letters
14
r · e · i · n · v · e · s · t · i · g · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “reinvestigates”
The word “reinvestigates” contains 5 syllables, divided as rein · ve · sti · ga · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reinvestigates" have?
"reinvestigates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reinvestigates" into syllables?
"reinvestigates" is divided into syllables as: rein · ve · sti · ga · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "reinvestigates"?
The Scrabble score for "reinvestigates" is 18 points.
Using “reinvestigates” in writing
"reinvestigates" (rein · ve · sti · ga · 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, “reinvestigates” 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.