How many syllables in “ingurgitated”?
syllables in "ingurgitated"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · gur · gi · ta · ted
Letters
12
i · n · g · u · r · g · i · t · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ingurgitated”
The word “ingurgitated” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · gur · gi · ta · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingurgitated" have?
"ingurgitated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ingurgitated" into syllables?
"ingurgitated" is divided into syllables as: in · gur · gi · ta · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingurgitated"?
The Scrabble score for "ingurgitated" is 15 points.
Using “ingurgitated” in writing
"ingurgitated" (in · gur · gi · ta · 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, “ingurgitated” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.