How many syllables in “subordinated”?
syllables in "subordinated"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · bor · di · na · ted
Letters
12
s · u · b · o · r · d · i · n · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
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About the word “subordinated”
The word “subordinated” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · bor · di · na · ted. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subordinated" have?
"subordinated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subordinated" into syllables?
"subordinated" is divided into syllables as: su · bor · di · na · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "subordinated"?
The Scrabble score for "subordinated" is 16 points.
Using “subordinated” in writing
"subordinated" (su · bor · di · na · 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, “subordinated” 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.