How many syllables in “ultracareful”?
syllables in "ultracareful"
Word details
Syllables
5
ul · tra · ca · re · ful
Letters
12
u · l · t · r · a · c · a · r · e · f · u · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “ultracareful”
The word “ultracareful” contains 5 syllables, divided as ul · tra · ca · re · ful. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ultracareful" have?
"ultracareful" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ultracareful" into syllables?
"ultracareful" is divided into syllables as: ul · tra · ca · re · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "ultracareful"?
The Scrabble score for "ultracareful" is 17 points.
Using “ultracareful” in writing
"ultracareful" (ul · tra · ca · re · ful) 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, “ultracareful” 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.