How many syllables in “illiterates”?
syllables in "illiterates"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · li · te · ra · tes
Letters
11
i · l · l · i · t · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “illiterates”
The word “illiterates” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · li · te · ra · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illiterates" have?
"illiterates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illiterates" into syllables?
"illiterates" is divided into syllables as: il · li · te · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "illiterates"?
The Scrabble score for "illiterates" is 11 points.
Using “illiterates” in writing
"illiterates" (il · li · te · ra · 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, “illiterates” is worth 11 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.