How many syllables in “elaborated”?
syllables in "elaborated"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · la · bo · ra · ted
Letters
10
e · l · a · b · o · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “elaborated”
The word “elaborated” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · la · bo · ra · ted. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elaborated" have?
"elaborated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elaborated" into syllables?
"elaborated" is divided into syllables as: e · la · bo · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "elaborated"?
The Scrabble score for "elaborated" is 13 points.
Using “elaborated” in writing
"elaborated" (e · la · bo · 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, “elaborated” is worth 13 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.