How many syllables in “collateralize”?
syllables in "collateralize"
Word details
Syllables
5
col · lat · era · liz · e
Letters
13
c · o · l · l · a · t · e · r · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “collateralize”
The word “collateralize” contains 5 syllables, divided as col · lat · era · liz · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collateralize" have?
"collateralize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "collateralize" into syllables?
"collateralize" is divided into syllables as: col · lat · era · liz · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "collateralize"?
The Scrabble score for "collateralize" is 24 points.
Using “collateralize” in writing
"collateralize" (col · lat · era · liz · e) 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, “collateralize” 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.