How many syllables in “communicates”?
syllables in "communicates"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mu · ni · ca · tes
Letters
12
c · o · m · m · u · n · i · c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “communicates”
The word “communicates” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mu · ni · ca · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "communicates" have?
"communicates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "communicates" into syllables?
"communicates" is divided into syllables as: com · mu · ni · ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "communicates"?
The Scrabble score for "communicates" is 20 points.
Using “communicates” in writing
"communicates" (com · mu · ni · ca · 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, “communicates” 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.