How many syllables in “alliterates”?
syllables in "alliterates"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · li · te · ra · tes
Letters
11
a · l · l · i · t · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “alliterates”
The word “alliterates” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · li · te · ra · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alliterates" have?
"alliterates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "alliterates" into syllables?
"alliterates" is divided into syllables as: al · li · te · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "alliterates"?
The Scrabble score for "alliterates" is 11 points.
Using “alliterates” in writing
"alliterates" (al · li · te · ra · 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, “alliterates” is worth 11 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.