How many syllables in “compassionated”?
syllables in "compassionated"
Word details
Syllables
5
comp · assi · onat · ed
Letters
14
c · o · m · p · a · s · s · i · o · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “compassionated”
The word “compassionated” contains 5 syllables, divided as comp · assi · onat · ed. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "compassionated" have?
"compassionated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "compassionated" into syllables?
"compassionated" is divided into syllables as: comp · assi · onat · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "compassionated"?
The Scrabble score for "compassionated" is 21 points.
Using “compassionated” in writing
"compassionated" (comp · assi · onat · ed) 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, “compassionated” 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.