How many syllables in “refrigerated”?
syllables in "refrigerated"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · fri · ge · ra · ted
Letters
12
r · e · f · r · i · g · e · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “refrigerated”
The word “refrigerated” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · fri · ge · ra · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refrigerated" have?
"refrigerated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "refrigerated" into syllables?
"refrigerated" is divided into syllables as: re · fri · ge · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "refrigerated"?
The Scrabble score for "refrigerated" is 17 points.
Using “refrigerated” in writing
"refrigerated" (re · fri · ge · ra · 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, “refrigerated” 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.