How many syllables in “desegregated”?
syllables in "desegregated"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · se · gre · ga · ted
Letters
12
d · e · s · e · g · r · e · g · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “desegregated”
The word “desegregated” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · se · gre · ga · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desegregated" have?
"desegregated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "desegregated" into syllables?
"desegregated" is divided into syllables as: de · se · gre · ga · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "desegregated"?
The Scrabble score for "desegregated" is 16 points.
Using “desegregated” in writing
"desegregated" (de · se · gre · ga · 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, “desegregated” 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.