How many syllables in “amortization”?
syllables in "amortization"
Word details
Syllables
5
amo · rti · zat · ion
Letters
12
a · m · o · r · t · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
23
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About the word “amortization”
The word “amortization” contains 5 syllables, divided as amo · rti · zat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "amortization" have?
"amortization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amortization" into syllables?
"amortization" is divided into syllables as: amo · rti · zat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "amortization"?
The Scrabble score for "amortization" is 23 points.
Using “amortization” in writing
"amortization" (amo · rti · zat · ion) 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, “amortization” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.