How many syllables in “medicated”?
syllables in "medicated"
Word details
Syllables
4
me · di · ca · ted
Letters
9
m · e · d · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “medicated”
The word “medicated” contains 4 syllables, divided as me · di · ca · ted. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medicated" have?
"medicated" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "medicated" into syllables?
"medicated" is divided into syllables as: me · di · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "medicated"?
The Scrabble score for "medicated" is 15 points.
Using “medicated” in writing
Four-syllable words like "medicated" (me · di · ca · ted) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “medicated” 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.
Anagrams of “medicated”
The letters in “medicated” can be rearranged to spell one other word: decimated.