How many syllables in “deliberates”?
syllables in "deliberates"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · li · be · ra · tes
Letters
11
d · e · l · i · b · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “deliberates”
The word “deliberates” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · li · be · ra · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deliberates" have?
"deliberates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deliberates" into syllables?
"deliberates" is divided into syllables as: de · li · be · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "deliberates"?
The Scrabble score for "deliberates" is 14 points.
Using “deliberates” in writing
"deliberates" (de · li · be · ra · 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, “deliberates” 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.