How many syllables in “corroborating”?
syllables in "corroborating"
Word details
Syllables
5
cor · ro · bo · ra · ting
Letters
13
c · o · r · r · o · b · o · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “corroborating”
The word “corroborating” contains 5 syllables, divided as cor · ro · bo · ra · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corroborating" have?
"corroborating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "corroborating" into syllables?
"corroborating" is divided into syllables as: cor · ro · bo · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "corroborating"?
The Scrabble score for "corroborating" is 18 points.
Using “corroborating” in writing
"corroborating" (cor · ro · bo · ra · ting) 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, “corroborating” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.