How many syllables in “defibrillators”?
syllables in "defibrillators"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · fi · bril · la · tors
Letters
14
d · e · f · i · b · r · i · l · l · a · t · o · r · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “defibrillators”
The word “defibrillators” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · fi · bril · la · tors. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defibrillators" have?
"defibrillators" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "defibrillators" into syllables?
"defibrillators" is divided into syllables as: de · fi · bril · la · tors.
What is the Scrabble score for "defibrillators"?
The Scrabble score for "defibrillators" is 20 points.
Using “defibrillators” in writing
"defibrillators" (de · fi · bril · la · tors) 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, “defibrillators” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.