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