How many syllables in “catabolizing”?
syllables in "catabolizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ta · bo · li · zing
Letters
12
c · a · t · a · b · o · l · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “catabolizing”
The word “catabolizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ta · bo · li · zing. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catabolizing" have?
"catabolizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "catabolizing" into syllables?
"catabolizing" is divided into syllables as: ca · ta · bo · li · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "catabolizing"?
The Scrabble score for "catabolizing" is 26 points.
Using “catabolizing” in writing
"catabolizing" (ca · ta · bo · li · zing) 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, “catabolizing” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.