How many syllables in “abominated”?
syllables in "abominated"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bo · mi · na · ted
Letters
10
a · b · o · m · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “abominated”
The word “abominated” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bo · mi · na · ted. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abominated" have?
"abominated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abominated" into syllables?
"abominated" is divided into syllables as: a · bo · mi · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "abominated"?
The Scrabble score for "abominated" is 15 points.
Using “abominated” in writing
"abominated" (a · bo · mi · na · ted) 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, “abominated” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.