How many syllables in “compartmentalise”?
syllables in "compartmentalise"
Word details
Syllables
5
comp · artm · enta · lise
Letters
16
c · o · m · p · a · r · t · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · s · e
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “compartmentalise”
The word “compartmentalise” contains 5 syllables, divided as comp · artm · enta · lise. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "compartmentalise" have?
"compartmentalise" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "compartmentalise" into syllables?
"compartmentalise" is divided into syllables as: comp · artm · enta · lise.
What is the Scrabble score for "compartmentalise"?
The Scrabble score for "compartmentalise" is 24 points.
Using “compartmentalise” in writing
"compartmentalise" (comp · artm · enta · lise) 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, “compartmentalise” 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.