How many syllables in “prefabricated”?
syllables in "prefabricated"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · fa · bri · ca · ted
Letters
13
p · r · e · f · a · b · r · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “prefabricated”
The word “prefabricated” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · fa · bri · ca · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prefabricated" have?
"prefabricated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prefabricated" into syllables?
"prefabricated" is divided into syllables as: pre · fa · bri · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "prefabricated"?
The Scrabble score for "prefabricated" is 23 points.
Using “prefabricated” in writing
"prefabricated" (pre · fa · bri · ca · ted) 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, “prefabricated” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.