How many syllables in “elaborates”?
syllables in "elaborates"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · la · bo · ra · tes
Letters
10
e · l · a · b · o · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “elaborates”
The word “elaborates” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · la · bo · ra · tes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elaborates" have?
"elaborates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elaborates" into syllables?
"elaborates" is divided into syllables as: e · la · bo · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "elaborates"?
The Scrabble score for "elaborates" is 12 points.
Using “elaborates” in writing
"elaborates" (e · la · bo · ra · tes) 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, “elaborates” is worth 12 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.