How many syllables in “characterizing”?
syllables in "characterizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
cha · rac · te · ri · zing
Letters
14
c · h · a · r · a · c · t · e · r · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “characterizing”
The word “characterizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as cha · rac · te · ri · zing. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "characterizing" have?
"characterizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "characterizing" into syllables?
"characterizing" is divided into syllables as: cha · rac · te · ri · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "characterizing"?
The Scrabble score for "characterizing" is 31 points.
Using “characterizing” in writing
"characterizing" (cha · rac · te · ri · 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, “characterizing” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.