How many syllables in “indeterminate”?
syllables in "indeterminate"
Word details
Syllables
5
ind · ete · rmi · nat · e
Letters
13
i · n · d · e · t · e · r · m · i · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “indeterminate”
The word “indeterminate” contains 5 syllables, divided as ind · ete · rmi · nat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indeterminate" have?
"indeterminate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indeterminate" into syllables?
"indeterminate" is divided into syllables as: ind · ete · rmi · nat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "indeterminate"?
The Scrabble score for "indeterminate" is 16 points.
Using “indeterminate” in writing
"indeterminate" (ind · ete · rmi · nat · e) 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, “indeterminate” 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.