How many syllables in “amalgamating”?
syllables in "amalgamating"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · mal · ga · ma · ting
Letters
12
a · m · a · l · g · a · m · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “amalgamating”
The word “amalgamating” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · mal · ga · ma · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amalgamating" have?
"amalgamating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amalgamating" into syllables?
"amalgamating" is divided into syllables as: a · mal · ga · ma · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "amalgamating"?
The Scrabble score for "amalgamating" is 18 points.
Using “amalgamating” in writing
"amalgamating" (a · mal · ga · ma · 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, “amalgamating” 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.