How many syllables in “debilitates”?
syllables in "debilitates"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · bi · li · ta · tes
Letters
11
d · e · b · i · l · i · t · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “debilitates”
The word “debilitates” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · bi · li · ta · tes. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "debilitates" have?
"debilitates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "debilitates" into syllables?
"debilitates" is divided into syllables as: de · bi · li · ta · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "debilitates"?
The Scrabble score for "debilitates" is 14 points.
Using “debilitates” in writing
"debilitates" (de · bi · li · ta · 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, “debilitates” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.