How many syllables in “administrating”?
syllables in "administrating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · mi · ni · stra · ting
Letters
14
a · d · m · i · n · i · s · t · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “administrating”
The word “administrating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · mi · ni · stra · ting. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "administrating" have?
"administrating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "administrating" into syllables?
"administrating" is divided into syllables as: ad · mi · ni · stra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "administrating"?
The Scrabble score for "administrating" is 18 points.
Using “administrating” in writing
"administrating" (ad · mi · ni · stra · 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, “administrating” 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.