How many syllables in “ratcheted”?
syllables in "ratcheted"
Word details
Syllables
3
rat · che · ted
Letters
9
r · a · t · c · h · e · t · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ratcheted”
The word “ratcheted” contains 3 syllables, divided as rat · che · ted. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratcheted" have?
"ratcheted" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ratcheted" into syllables?
"ratcheted" is divided into syllables as: rat · che · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratcheted"?
The Scrabble score for "ratcheted" is 15 points.
Using “ratcheted” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ratcheted" (rat · che · ted) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ratcheted” 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 “ratcheted”
The letters in “ratcheted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chattered.