How many syllables in “bolshevize”?
syllables in "bolshevize"
Word details
Syllables
3
bols · hevi · ze
Letters
10
b · o · l · s · h · e · v · i · z · e
Scrabble
27
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About the word “bolshevize”
The word “bolshevize” contains 3 syllables, divided as bols · hevi · ze. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bolshevize" have?
"bolshevize" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bolshevize" into syllables?
"bolshevize" is divided into syllables as: bols · hevi · ze.
What is the Scrabble score for "bolshevize"?
The Scrabble score for "bolshevize" is 27 points.
Using “bolshevize” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bolshevize" (bols · hevi · 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, “bolshevize” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.