How many syllables in “balkanization”?
syllables in "balkanization"
Word details
Syllables
5
balk · aniz · atio · n
Letters
13
b · a · l · k · a · n · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
28
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About the word “balkanization”
The word “balkanization” contains 5 syllables, divided as balk · aniz · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balkanization" have?
"balkanization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "balkanization" into syllables?
"balkanization" is divided into syllables as: balk · aniz · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "balkanization"?
The Scrabble score for "balkanization" is 28 points.
Using “balkanization” in writing
"balkanization" (balk · aniz · atio · n) 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, “balkanization” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.