How many syllables in “investigates”?
syllables in "investigates"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ve · sti · ga · tes
Letters
12
i · n · v · e · s · t · i · g · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “investigates”
The word “investigates” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ve · sti · ga · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "investigates" have?
"investigates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "investigates" into syllables?
"investigates" is divided into syllables as: in · ve · sti · ga · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "investigates"?
The Scrabble score for "investigates" is 16 points.
Using “investigates” in writing
"investigates" (in · ve · sti · ga · tes) 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, “investigates” 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.