How many syllables in “intercalating”?
syllables in "intercalating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ter · ca · la · ting
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · c · a · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intercalating”
The word “intercalating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ter · ca · la · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercalating" have?
"intercalating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercalating" into syllables?
"intercalating" is divided into syllables as: in · ter · ca · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercalating"?
The Scrabble score for "intercalating" is 16 points.
Using “intercalating” in writing
"intercalating" (in · ter · ca · la · ting) 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, “intercalating” 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.