How many syllables in “manipulates”?
syllables in "manipulates"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · ni · pu · la · tes
Letters
11
m · a · n · i · p · u · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “manipulates”
The word “manipulates” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · ni · pu · la · tes. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "manipulates" have?
"manipulates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "manipulates" into syllables?
"manipulates" is divided into syllables as: ma · ni · pu · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "manipulates"?
The Scrabble score for "manipulates" is 15 points.
Using “manipulates” in writing
"manipulates" (ma · ni · pu · la · 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, “manipulates” 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.