How many syllables in “discriminated”?
syllables in "discriminated"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · scri · mi · na · ted
Letters
13
d · i · s · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “discriminated”
The word “discriminated” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · scri · mi · na · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discriminated" have?
"discriminated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discriminated" into syllables?
"discriminated" is divided into syllables as: di · scri · mi · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "discriminated"?
The Scrabble score for "discriminated" is 19 points.
Using “discriminated” in writing
"discriminated" (di · scri · mi · na · 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, “discriminated” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.