How many syllables in “predesignates”?
syllables in "predesignates"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · de · sig · na · tes
Letters
13
p · r · e · d · e · s · i · g · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “predesignates”
The word “predesignates” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · de · sig · na · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "predesignates" have?
"predesignates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "predesignates" into syllables?
"predesignates" is divided into syllables as: pre · de · sig · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "predesignates"?
The Scrabble score for "predesignates" is 17 points.
Using “predesignates” in writing
"predesignates" (pre · de · sig · na · tes) 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, “predesignates” 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.