How many syllables in “prevaricated”?
syllables in "prevaricated"
Word details
Syllables
5
pre · va · ri · ca · ted
Letters
12
p · r · e · v · a · r · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “prevaricated”
The word “prevaricated” contains 5 syllables, divided as pre · va · ri · ca · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prevaricated" have?
"prevaricated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prevaricated" into syllables?
"prevaricated" is divided into syllables as: pre · va · ri · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "prevaricated"?
The Scrabble score for "prevaricated" is 20 points.
Using “prevaricated” in writing
"prevaricated" (pre · va · ri · 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, “prevaricated” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.