How many syllables in “incarcerated”?
syllables in "incarcerated"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · car · ce · ra · ted
Letters
12
i · n · c · a · r · c · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “incarcerated”
The word “incarcerated” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · car · ce · ra · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incarcerated" have?
"incarcerated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incarcerated" into syllables?
"incarcerated" is divided into syllables as: in · car · ce · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "incarcerated"?
The Scrabble score for "incarcerated" is 17 points.
Using “incarcerated” in writing
"incarcerated" (in · car · ce · ra · 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, “incarcerated” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.