How many syllables in “dechlorinates”?
syllables in "dechlorinates"
Word details
Syllables
5
dec · hlo · ri · na · tes
Letters
13
d · e · c · h · l · o · r · i · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “dechlorinates”
The word “dechlorinates” contains 5 syllables, divided as dec · hlo · ri · na · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dechlorinates" have?
"dechlorinates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dechlorinates" into syllables?
"dechlorinates" is divided into syllables as: dec · hlo · ri · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "dechlorinates"?
The Scrabble score for "dechlorinates" is 19 points.
Using “dechlorinates” in writing
"dechlorinates" (dec · hlo · ri · na · 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, “dechlorinates” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.