How many syllables in “retentivities”?
syllables in "retentivities"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ten · ti · vi · ties
Letters
13
r · e · t · e · n · t · i · v · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “retentivities”
The word “retentivities” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ten · ti · vi · ties. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retentivities" have?
"retentivities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retentivities" into syllables?
"retentivities" is divided into syllables as: re · ten · ti · vi · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "retentivities"?
The Scrabble score for "retentivities" is 16 points.
Using “retentivities” in writing
"retentivities" (re · ten · ti · vi · ties) 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, “retentivities” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.