How many syllables in “recalibrates”?
syllables in "recalibrates"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · ca · li · bra · tes
Letters
12
r · e · c · a · l · i · b · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “recalibrates”
The word “recalibrates” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · ca · li · bra · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recalibrates" have?
"recalibrates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recalibrates" into syllables?
"recalibrates" is divided into syllables as: re · ca · li · bra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "recalibrates"?
The Scrabble score for "recalibrates" is 16 points.
Using “recalibrates” in writing
"recalibrates" (re · ca · li · bra · 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, “recalibrates” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.