How many syllables in “assassinated”?
syllables in "assassinated"
Word details
Syllables
5
as · sas · si · na · ted
Letters
12
a · s · s · a · s · s · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “assassinated”
The word “assassinated” contains 5 syllables, divided as as · sas · si · na · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "assassinated" have?
"assassinated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "assassinated" into syllables?
"assassinated" is divided into syllables as: as · sas · si · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "assassinated"?
The Scrabble score for "assassinated" is 13 points.
Using “assassinated” in writing
"assassinated" (as · sas · si · na · 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, “assassinated” 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.