How many syllables in “incarcerates”?
syllables in "incarcerates"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · car · ce · ra · tes
Letters
12
i · n · c · a · r · c · e · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “incarcerates”
The word “incarcerates” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · car · ce · ra · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incarcerates" have?
"incarcerates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incarcerates" into syllables?
"incarcerates" is divided into syllables as: in · car · ce · ra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "incarcerates"?
The Scrabble score for "incarcerates" is 16 points.
Using “incarcerates” in writing
"incarcerates" (in · car · ce · 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, “incarcerates” 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.