How many syllables in “amortize”?
syllables in "amortize"
Word details
Syllables
3
amo · rti · ze
Letters
8
a · m · o · r · t · i · z · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “amortize”
The word “amortize” contains 3 syllables, divided as amo · rti · ze. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amortize" have?
"amortize" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "amortize" into syllables?
"amortize" is divided into syllables as: amo · rti · ze.
What is the Scrabble score for "amortize"?
The Scrabble score for "amortize" is 19 points.
Using “amortize” in writing
Three-syllable words like "amortize" (amo · rti · ze) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “amortize” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “amortize”
The letters in “amortize” can be rearranged to spell one other word: atomizer.