How many syllables in “emasculated”?
syllables in "emasculated"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · ma · scu · la · ted
Letters
11
e · m · a · s · c · u · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “emasculated”
The word “emasculated” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · ma · scu · la · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emasculated" have?
"emasculated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emasculated" into syllables?
"emasculated" is divided into syllables as: e · ma · scu · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "emasculated"?
The Scrabble score for "emasculated" is 16 points.
Using “emasculated” in writing
"emasculated" (e · ma · scu · la · 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, “emasculated” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.