How many syllables in “adulterated”?
syllables in "adulterated"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · dul · te · ra · ted
Letters
11
a · d · u · l · t · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
13
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About the word “adulterated”
The word “adulterated” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · dul · te · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adulterated" have?
"adulterated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adulterated" into syllables?
"adulterated" is divided into syllables as: a · dul · te · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "adulterated"?
The Scrabble score for "adulterated" is 13 points.
Using “adulterated” in writing
"adulterated" (a · dul · te · ra · 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, “adulterated” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.