How many syllables in “tergiversates”?
syllables in "tergiversates"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · gi · ver · sa · tes
Letters
13
t · e · r · g · i · v · e · r · s · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “tergiversates”
The word “tergiversates” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · gi · ver · sa · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tergiversates" have?
"tergiversates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tergiversates" into syllables?
"tergiversates" is divided into syllables as: ter · gi · ver · sa · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "tergiversates"?
The Scrabble score for "tergiversates" is 17 points.
Using “tergiversates” in writing
"tergiversates" (ter · gi · ver · sa · tes) 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, “tergiversates” 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.