How many syllables in “deliberated”?
syllables in "deliberated"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · li · be · ra · ted
Letters
11
d · e · l · i · b · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “deliberated”
The word “deliberated” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · li · be · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deliberated" have?
"deliberated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deliberated" into syllables?
"deliberated" is divided into syllables as: de · li · be · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "deliberated"?
The Scrabble score for "deliberated" is 15 points.
Using “deliberated” in writing
"deliberated" (de · li · be · 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, “deliberated” 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.