How many syllables in “supersensitive”?
syllables in "supersensitive"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · ers · ens · iti · ve
Letters
14
s · u · p · e · r · s · e · n · s · i · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “supersensitive”
The word “supersensitive” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · ers · ens · iti · ve. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supersensitive" have?
"supersensitive" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "supersensitive" into syllables?
"supersensitive" is divided into syllables as: sup · ers · ens · iti · ve.
What is the Scrabble score for "supersensitive"?
The Scrabble score for "supersensitive" is 19 points.
Using “supersensitive” in writing
"supersensitive" (sup · ers · ens · iti · ve) 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, “supersensitive” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.