How many syllables in “sophisticates”?
syllables in "sophisticates"
Word details
Syllables
5
sop · hi · sti · ca · tes
Letters
13
s · o · p · h · i · s · t · i · c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “sophisticates”
The word “sophisticates” contains 5 syllables, divided as sop · hi · sti · ca · tes. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sophisticates" have?
"sophisticates" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sophisticates" into syllables?
"sophisticates" is divided into syllables as: sop · hi · sti · ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "sophisticates"?
The Scrabble score for "sophisticates" is 20 points.
Using “sophisticates” in writing
"sophisticates" (sop · hi · sti · ca · 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, “sophisticates” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.