How many syllables in “umbilicated”?
syllables in "umbilicated"
Word details
Syllables
5
um · bi · li · ca · ted
Letters
11
u · m · b · i · l · i · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “umbilicated”
The word “umbilicated” contains 5 syllables, divided as um · bi · li · ca · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "umbilicated" have?
"umbilicated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "umbilicated" into syllables?
"umbilicated" is divided into syllables as: um · bi · li · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "umbilicated"?
The Scrabble score for "umbilicated" is 18 points.
Using “umbilicated” in writing
"umbilicated" (um · bi · li · 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, “umbilicated” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.