How many syllables in “intercalated”?
syllables in "intercalated"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · ca · la · ted
Letters
12
i · n · t · e · r · c · a · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “intercalated”
The word “intercalated” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · ca · la · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercalated" have?
"intercalated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercalated" into syllables?
"intercalated" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · ca · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercalated"?
The Scrabble score for "intercalated" is 15 points.
Using “intercalated” in writing
"intercalated" (in · ter · ca · la · 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, “intercalated” 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.