How many syllables in “cannibalising”?
syllables in "cannibalising"
Word details
Syllables
5
can · ni · ba · li · sing
Letters
13
c · a · n · n · i · b · a · l · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cannibalising”
The word “cannibalising” contains 5 syllables, divided as can · ni · ba · li · sing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cannibalising" have?
"cannibalising" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cannibalising" into syllables?
"cannibalising" is divided into syllables as: can · ni · ba · li · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "cannibalising"?
The Scrabble score for "cannibalising" is 18 points.
Using “cannibalising” in writing
"cannibalising" (can · ni · ba · li · sing) 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, “cannibalising” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.