How many syllables in “indoctrinated”?
syllables in "indoctrinated"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · doc · tri · na · ted
Letters
13
i · n · d · o · c · t · r · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “indoctrinated”
The word “indoctrinated” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · doc · tri · na · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indoctrinated" have?
"indoctrinated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indoctrinated" into syllables?
"indoctrinated" is divided into syllables as: in · doc · tri · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "indoctrinated"?
The Scrabble score for "indoctrinated" is 17 points.
Using “indoctrinated” in writing
"indoctrinated" (in · doc · tri · na · 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, “indoctrinated” 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.