How many syllables in “contaminated”?
syllables in "contaminated"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · ta · mi · na · ted
Letters
12
c · o · n · t · a · m · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “contaminated”
The word “contaminated” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · ta · mi · na · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contaminated" have?
"contaminated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contaminated" into syllables?
"contaminated" is divided into syllables as: con · ta · mi · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "contaminated"?
The Scrabble score for "contaminated" is 17 points.
Using “contaminated” in writing
"contaminated" (con · ta · mi · 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, “contaminated” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.