How many syllables in “reinvestigations”?
syllables in "reinvestigations"
Word details
Syllables
5
rein · vest · igat · ions
Letters
16
r · e · i · n · v · e · s · t · i · g · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “reinvestigations”
The word “reinvestigations” contains 5 syllables, divided as rein · vest · igat · ions. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reinvestigations" have?
"reinvestigations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reinvestigations" into syllables?
"reinvestigations" is divided into syllables as: rein · vest · igat · ions.
What is the Scrabble score for "reinvestigations"?
The Scrabble score for "reinvestigations" is 20 points.
Using “reinvestigations” in writing
"reinvestigations" (rein · vest · igat · ions) 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, “reinvestigations” 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.