How many syllables in “matriculating”?
syllables in "matriculating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · tri · cu · la · ting
Letters
13
m · a · t · r · i · c · u · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “matriculating”
The word “matriculating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · tri · cu · la · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matriculating" have?
"matriculating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "matriculating" into syllables?
"matriculating" is divided into syllables as: ma · tri · cu · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "matriculating"?
The Scrabble score for "matriculating" is 18 points.
Using “matriculating” in writing
"matriculating" (ma · tri · cu · 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, “matriculating” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.