How many syllables in “tergiversating”?
syllables in "tergiversating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · gi · ver · sa · ting
Letters
14
t · e · r · g · i · v · e · r · s · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “tergiversating”
The word “tergiversating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · gi · ver · sa · ting. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tergiversating" have?
"tergiversating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tergiversating" into syllables?
"tergiversating" is divided into syllables as: ter · gi · ver · sa · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "tergiversating"?
The Scrabble score for "tergiversating" is 19 points.
Using “tergiversating” in writing
"tergiversating" (ter · gi · ver · sa · ting) 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, “tergiversating” 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.