How many syllables in “amalgamates”?
syllables in "amalgamates"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · mal · ga · ma · tes
Letters
11
a · m · a · l · g · a · m · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “amalgamates”
The word “amalgamates” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · mal · ga · ma · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amalgamates" have?
"amalgamates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amalgamates" into syllables?
"amalgamates" is divided into syllables as: a · mal · ga · ma · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "amalgamates"?
The Scrabble score for "amalgamates" is 16 points.
Using “amalgamates” in writing
"amalgamates" (a · mal · ga · ma · 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, “amalgamates” 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.