How many syllables in “defibrillates”?
syllables in "defibrillates"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · fi · bril · la · tes
Letters
13
d · e · f · i · b · r · i · l · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “defibrillates”
The word “defibrillates” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · fi · bril · la · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defibrillates" have?
"defibrillates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "defibrillates" into syllables?
"defibrillates" is divided into syllables as: de · fi · bril · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "defibrillates"?
The Scrabble score for "defibrillates" is 19 points.
Using “defibrillates” in writing
"defibrillates" (de · fi · bril · la · 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, “defibrillates” 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.