How many syllables in “decarboxylate”?
syllables in "decarboxylate"
Word details
Syllables
5
dec · arb · oxy · lat · e
Letters
13
d · e · c · a · r · b · o · x · y · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “decarboxylate”
The word “decarboxylate” contains 5 syllables, divided as dec · arb · oxy · lat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decarboxylate" have?
"decarboxylate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decarboxylate" into syllables?
"decarboxylate" is divided into syllables as: dec · arb · oxy · lat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "decarboxylate"?
The Scrabble score for "decarboxylate" is 28 points.
Using “decarboxylate” in writing
"decarboxylate" (dec · arb · oxy · lat · e) 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, “decarboxylate” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.