How many syllables in “salicylates”?
syllables in "salicylates"
Word details
Syllables
5
sa · li · cy · la · tes
Letters
11
s · a · l · i · c · y · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “salicylates”
The word “salicylates” contains 5 syllables, divided as sa · li · cy · la · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "salicylates" have?
"salicylates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "salicylates" into syllables?
"salicylates" is divided into syllables as: sa · li · cy · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "salicylates"?
The Scrabble score for "salicylates" is 16 points.
Using “salicylates” in writing
"salicylates" (sa · li · cy · la · 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, “salicylates” 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.