How many syllables in “administrator”?
syllables in "administrator"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · mi · ni · stra · tor
Letters
13
a · d · m · i · n · i · s · t · r · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “administrator”
The word “administrator” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · mi · ni · stra · tor. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "administrator" have?
"administrator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "administrator" into syllables?
"administrator" is divided into syllables as: ad · mi · ni · stra · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "administrator"?
The Scrabble score for "administrator" is 16 points.
Using “administrator” in writing
"administrator" (ad · mi · ni · stra · tor) 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, “administrator” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.