How many syllables in “legitimated”?
syllables in "legitimated"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · gi · ti · ma · ted
Letters
11
l · e · g · i · t · i · m · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
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About the word “legitimated”
The word “legitimated” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · gi · ti · ma · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legitimated" have?
"legitimated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legitimated" into syllables?
"legitimated" is divided into syllables as: le · gi · ti · ma · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "legitimated"?
The Scrabble score for "legitimated" is 15 points.
Using “legitimated” in writing
"legitimated" (le · gi · ti · ma · 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, “legitimated” 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.