How many syllables in “balkanize”?
syllables in "balkanize"
Word details
Syllables
3
bal · kan · ize
Letters
9
b · a · l · k · a · n · i · z · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “balkanize”
The word “balkanize” contains 3 syllables, divided as bal · kan · ize. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "balkanize" have?
"balkanize" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "balkanize" into syllables?
"balkanize" is divided into syllables as: bal · kan · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "balkanize"?
The Scrabble score for "balkanize" is 24 points.
Using “balkanize” in writing
Three-syllable words like "balkanize" (bal · kan · ize) 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, “balkanize” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.