How many syllables in “baccalaureates”?
syllables in "baccalaureates"
Word details
Syllables
5
bac · ca · lau · rea · tes
Letters
14
b · a · c · c · a · l · a · u · r · e · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “baccalaureates”
The word “baccalaureates” contains 5 syllables, divided as bac · ca · lau · rea · tes. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "baccalaureates" have?
"baccalaureates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "baccalaureates" into syllables?
"baccalaureates" is divided into syllables as: bac · ca · lau · rea · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "baccalaureates"?
The Scrabble score for "baccalaureates" is 20 points.
Using “baccalaureates” in writing
"baccalaureates" (bac · ca · lau · rea · 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, “baccalaureates” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.