How many syllables in “adjudicates”?
syllables in "adjudicates"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · ju · di · ca · tes
Letters
11
a · d · j · u · d · i · c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
22
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About the word “adjudicates”
The word “adjudicates” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · ju · di · ca · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjudicates" have?
"adjudicates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adjudicates" into syllables?
"adjudicates" is divided into syllables as: ad · ju · di · ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjudicates"?
The Scrabble score for "adjudicates" is 22 points.
Using “adjudicates” in writing
"adjudicates" (ad · ju · di · ca · tes) 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, “adjudicates” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.