How many syllables in “communicated”?
syllables in "communicated"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mu · ni · ca · ted
Letters
12
c · o · m · m · u · n · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “communicated”
The word “communicated” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mu · ni · ca · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "communicated" have?
"communicated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "communicated" into syllables?
"communicated" is divided into syllables as: com · mu · ni · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "communicated"?
The Scrabble score for "communicated" is 21 points.
Using “communicated” in writing
"communicated" (com · mu · ni · ca · 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, “communicated” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.