How many syllables in “amalgamated”?
syllables in "amalgamated"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · mal · ga · ma · ted
Letters
11
a · m · a · l · g · a · m · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “amalgamated”
The word “amalgamated” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · mal · ga · ma · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amalgamated" have?
"amalgamated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amalgamated" into syllables?
"amalgamated" is divided into syllables as: a · mal · ga · ma · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "amalgamated"?
The Scrabble score for "amalgamated" is 17 points.
Using “amalgamated” in writing
"amalgamated" (a · mal · ga · ma · 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, “amalgamated” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.