How many syllables in “capitulating”?
syllables in "capitulating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · pi · tu · la · ting
Letters
12
c · a · p · i · t · u · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “capitulating”
The word “capitulating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · pi · tu · la · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "capitulating" have?
"capitulating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "capitulating" into syllables?
"capitulating" is divided into syllables as: ca · pi · tu · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "capitulating"?
The Scrabble score for "capitulating" is 17 points.
Using “capitulating” in writing
"capitulating" (ca · pi · tu · la · ting) 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, “capitulating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.