How many syllables in “vituperating”?
syllables in "vituperating"
Word details
Syllables
5
vi · tu · pe · ra · ting
Letters
12
v · i · t · u · p · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “vituperating”
The word “vituperating” contains 5 syllables, divided as vi · tu · pe · ra · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vituperating" have?
"vituperating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vituperating" into syllables?
"vituperating" is divided into syllables as: vi · tu · pe · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "vituperating"?
The Scrabble score for "vituperating" is 18 points.
Using “vituperating” in writing
"vituperating" (vi · tu · pe · ra · 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, “vituperating” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.