How many syllables in “degenerated”?
syllables in "degenerated"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · ge · ne · ra · ted
Letters
11
d · e · g · e · n · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “degenerated”
The word “degenerated” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · ge · ne · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "degenerated" have?
"degenerated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "degenerated" into syllables?
"degenerated" is divided into syllables as: de · ge · ne · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "degenerated"?
The Scrabble score for "degenerated" is 14 points.
Using “degenerated” in writing
"degenerated" (de · ge · ne · ra · ted) 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, “degenerated” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.