How many syllables in “elucidated”?
syllables in "elucidated"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · lu · ci · da · ted
Letters
10
e · l · u · c · i · d · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
14
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About the word “elucidated”
The word “elucidated” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · lu · ci · da · ted. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elucidated" have?
"elucidated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elucidated" into syllables?
"elucidated" is divided into syllables as: e · lu · ci · da · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "elucidated"?
The Scrabble score for "elucidated" is 14 points.
Using “elucidated” in writing
"elucidated" (e · lu · ci · da · 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, “elucidated” 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.