How many syllables in “incapacitate”?
syllables in "incapacitate"
Word details
Syllables
5
inc · apa · cit · ate
Letters
12
i · n · c · a · p · a · c · i · t · a · t · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “incapacitate”
The word “incapacitate” contains 5 syllables, divided as inc · apa · cit · ate. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incapacitate" have?
"incapacitate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incapacitate" into syllables?
"incapacitate" is divided into syllables as: inc · apa · cit · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "incapacitate"?
The Scrabble score for "incapacitate" is 18 points.
Using “incapacitate” in writing
"incapacitate" (inc · apa · cit · ate) 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, “incapacitate” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.