How many syllables in “indiscriminate”?
syllables in "indiscriminate"
Word details
Syllables
5
ind · isc · rim · ina · te
Letters
14
i · n · d · i · s · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “indiscriminate”
The word “indiscriminate” contains 5 syllables, divided as ind · isc · rim · ina · te. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indiscriminate" have?
"indiscriminate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indiscriminate" into syllables?
"indiscriminate" is divided into syllables as: ind · isc · rim · ina · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "indiscriminate"?
The Scrabble score for "indiscriminate" is 19 points.
Using “indiscriminate” in writing
"indiscriminate" (ind · isc · rim · ina · te) 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, “indiscriminate” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.