How many syllables in “matriculated”?
syllables in "matriculated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · tri · cu · la · ted
Letters
12
m · a · t · r · i · c · u · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “matriculated”
The word “matriculated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · tri · cu · la · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matriculated" have?
"matriculated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "matriculated" into syllables?
"matriculated" is divided into syllables as: ma · tri · cu · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "matriculated"?
The Scrabble score for "matriculated" is 17 points.
Using “matriculated” in writing
"matriculated" (ma · tri · cu · 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, “matriculated” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.