How many syllables in “resuscitative”?
syllables in "resuscitative"
Word details
Syllables
5
res · usc · ita · tiv · e
Letters
13
r · e · s · u · s · c · i · t · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “resuscitative”
The word “resuscitative” contains 5 syllables, divided as res · usc · ita · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resuscitative" have?
"resuscitative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "resuscitative" into syllables?
"resuscitative" is divided into syllables as: res · usc · ita · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "resuscitative"?
The Scrabble score for "resuscitative" is 18 points.
Using “resuscitative” in writing
"resuscitative" (res · usc · ita · 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, “resuscitative” 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.