How many syllables in “elucidates”?
syllables in "elucidates"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · lu · ci · da · tes
Letters
10
e · l · u · c · i · d · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “elucidates”
The word “elucidates” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · lu · ci · da · tes. It has 10 letters.
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How many syllables does "elucidates" have?
"elucidates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elucidates" into syllables?
"elucidates" is divided into syllables as: e · lu · ci · da · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "elucidates"?
The Scrabble score for "elucidates" is 13 points.
Using “elucidates” in writing
"elucidates" (e · lu · ci · da · 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, “elucidates” 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.