How many syllables in “abominating”?
syllables in "abominating"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bo · mi · na · ting
Letters
11
a · b · o · m · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “abominating”
The word “abominating” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bo · mi · na · ting. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abominating" have?
"abominating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abominating" into syllables?
"abominating" is divided into syllables as: a · bo · mi · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "abominating"?
The Scrabble score for "abominating" is 16 points.
Using “abominating” in writing
"abominating" (a · bo · mi · na · ting) 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, “abominating” 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.