How many syllables in “recontaminate”?
syllables in "recontaminate"
Word details
Syllables
5
rec · ont · ami · nat · e
Letters
13
r · e · c · o · n · t · a · m · i · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “recontaminate”
The word “recontaminate” contains 5 syllables, divided as rec · ont · ami · nat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recontaminate" have?
"recontaminate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recontaminate" into syllables?
"recontaminate" is divided into syllables as: rec · ont · ami · nat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "recontaminate"?
The Scrabble score for "recontaminate" is 17 points.
Using “recontaminate” in writing
"recontaminate" (rec · ont · ami · nat · e) 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, “recontaminate” 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.