How many syllables in “rehabilitate”?
syllables in "rehabilitate"
Word details
Syllables
5
reh · abi · lit · ate
Letters
12
r · e · h · a · b · i · l · i · t · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “rehabilitate”
The word “rehabilitate” contains 5 syllables, divided as reh · abi · lit · ate. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rehabilitate" have?
"rehabilitate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "rehabilitate" into syllables?
"rehabilitate" is divided into syllables as: reh · abi · lit · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "rehabilitate"?
The Scrabble score for "rehabilitate" is 17 points.
Using “rehabilitate” in writing
"rehabilitate" (reh · abi · lit · ate) 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, “rehabilitate” 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.