How many syllables in “remunerative”?
syllables in "remunerative"
Word details
Syllables
5
rem · une · rat · ive
Letters
12
r · e · m · u · n · e · r · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “remunerative”
The word “remunerative” contains 5 syllables, divided as rem · une · rat · ive. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "remunerative" have?
"remunerative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "remunerative" into syllables?
"remunerative" is divided into syllables as: rem · une · rat · ive.
What is the Scrabble score for "remunerative"?
The Scrabble score for "remunerative" is 17 points.
Using “remunerative” in writing
"remunerative" (rem · une · rat · ive) 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, “remunerative” 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.