How many syllables in “adjudicated”?
syllables in "adjudicated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · ju · di · ca · ted
Letters
11
a · d · j · u · d · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
23
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About the word “adjudicated”
The word “adjudicated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · ju · di · ca · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjudicated" have?
"adjudicated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adjudicated" into syllables?
"adjudicated" is divided into syllables as: ad · ju · di · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjudicated"?
The Scrabble score for "adjudicated" is 23 points.
Using “adjudicated” in writing
"adjudicated" (ad · ju · di · ca · 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, “adjudicated” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.