How many syllables in “deteriorated”?
syllables in "deteriorated"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · te · rio · ra · ted
Letters
12
d · e · t · e · r · i · o · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “deteriorated”
The word “deteriorated” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · te · rio · ra · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deteriorated" have?
"deteriorated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deteriorated" into syllables?
"deteriorated" is divided into syllables as: de · te · rio · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "deteriorated"?
The Scrabble score for "deteriorated" is 14 points.
Using “deteriorated” in writing
"deteriorated" (de · te · rio · 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, “deteriorated” 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.