How many syllables in “sophisticated”?
syllables in "sophisticated"
Word details
Syllables
5
sop · hi · sti · ca · ted
Letters
13
s · o · p · h · i · s · t · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “sophisticated”
The word “sophisticated” contains 5 syllables, divided as sop · hi · sti · ca · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sophisticated" have?
"sophisticated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sophisticated" into syllables?
"sophisticated" is divided into syllables as: sop · hi · sti · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "sophisticated"?
The Scrabble score for "sophisticated" is 21 points.
Using “sophisticated” in writing
"sophisticated" (sop · hi · sti · ca · 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, “sophisticated” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.