How many syllables in “brutalization”?
syllables in "brutalization"
Word details
Syllables
5
brut · aliz · atio · n
Letters
13
b · r · u · t · a · l · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
24
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About the word “brutalization”
The word “brutalization” contains 5 syllables, divided as brut · aliz · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brutalization" have?
"brutalization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "brutalization" into syllables?
"brutalization" is divided into syllables as: brut · aliz · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "brutalization"?
The Scrabble score for "brutalization" is 24 points.
Using “brutalization” in writing
"brutalization" (brut · aliz · 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, “brutalization” 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.