How many syllables in “facilitator”?
syllables in "facilitator"
Word details
Syllables
5
fa · ci · li · ta · tor
Letters
11
f · a · c · i · l · i · t · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “facilitator”
The word “facilitator” contains 5 syllables, divided as fa · ci · li · ta · tor. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "facilitator" have?
"facilitator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "facilitator" into syllables?
"facilitator" is divided into syllables as: fa · ci · li · ta · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "facilitator"?
The Scrabble score for "facilitator" is 16 points.
Using “facilitator” in writing
"facilitator" (fa · ci · li · ta · tor) 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, “facilitator” 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.