How many syllables in “retentivity”?
syllables in "retentivity"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ten · ti · vi · ty
Letters
11
r · e · t · e · n · t · i · v · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “retentivity”
The word “retentivity” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ten · ti · vi · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retentivity" have?
"retentivity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retentivity" into syllables?
"retentivity" is divided into syllables as: re · ten · ti · vi · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "retentivity"?
The Scrabble score for "retentivity" is 17 points.
Using “retentivity” in writing
"retentivity" (re · ten · ti · vi · ty) 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, “retentivity” 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.