How many syllables in “decimated”?
syllables in "decimated"
Word details
Syllables
4
de · ci · ma · ted
Letters
9
d · e · c · i · m · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “decimated”
The word “decimated” contains 4 syllables, divided as de · ci · ma · ted. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decimated" have?
"decimated" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "decimated" into syllables?
"decimated" is divided into syllables as: de · ci · ma · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "decimated"?
The Scrabble score for "decimated" is 15 points.
Using “decimated” in writing
Four-syllable words like "decimated" (de · ci · ma · ted) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “decimated” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “decimated”
The letters in “decimated” can be rearranged to spell one other word: medicated.