How many syllables in “medicare”?
syllables in "medicare"
Word details
Syllables
3
med · ica · re
Letters
8
m · e · d · i · c · a · r · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “medicare”
The word “medicare” contains 3 syllables, divided as med · ica · re. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medicare" have?
"medicare" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "medicare" into syllables?
"medicare" is divided into syllables as: med · ica · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "medicare"?
The Scrabble score for "medicare" is 13 points.
Using “medicare” in writing
Three-syllable words like "medicare" (med · ica · re) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “medicare” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.