How many syllables in “decontaminate”?
syllables in "decontaminate"
Word details
Syllables
5
dec · ont · ami · nat · e
Letters
13
d · e · c · o · n · t · a · m · i · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “decontaminate”
The word “decontaminate” contains 5 syllables, divided as dec · ont · ami · nat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decontaminate" have?
"decontaminate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decontaminate" into syllables?
"decontaminate" is divided into syllables as: dec · ont · ami · nat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "decontaminate"?
The Scrabble score for "decontaminate" is 18 points.
Using “decontaminate” in writing
"decontaminate" (dec · ont · ami · nat · 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, “decontaminate” 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.