How many syllables in “denticulated”?
syllables in "denticulated"
Word details
Syllables
5
den · ti · cu · la · ted
Letters
12
d · e · n · t · i · c · u · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “denticulated”
The word “denticulated” contains 5 syllables, divided as den · ti · cu · la · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "denticulated" have?
"denticulated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "denticulated" into syllables?
"denticulated" is divided into syllables as: den · ti · cu · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "denticulated"?
The Scrabble score for "denticulated" is 16 points.
Using “denticulated” in writing
"denticulated" (den · ti · cu · la · 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, “denticulated” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.