How many syllables in “medicates”?
syllables in "medicates"
Word details
Syllables
4
me · di · ca · tes
Letters
9
m · e · d · i · c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “medicates”
The word “medicates” contains 4 syllables, divided as me · di · ca · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "medicates" have?
"medicates" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "medicates" into syllables?
"medicates" is divided into syllables as: me · di · ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "medicates"?
The Scrabble score for "medicates" is 14 points.
Using “medicates” in writing
Four-syllable words like "medicates" (me · di · ca · tes) 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, “medicates” is worth 14 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.
Anagrams of “medicates”
The letters in “medicates” can be rearranged to spell one other word: decimates.