How many syllables in “contemporizing”?
syllables in "contemporizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · tem · po · ri · zing
Letters
14
c · o · n · t · e · m · p · o · r · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “contemporizing”
The word “contemporizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · tem · po · ri · zing. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contemporizing" have?
"contemporizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "contemporizing" into syllables?
"contemporizing" is divided into syllables as: con · tem · po · ri · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "contemporizing"?
The Scrabble score for "contemporizing" is 30 points.
Using “contemporizing” in writing
"contemporizing" (con · tem · po · 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, “contemporizing” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.