How many syllables in “decimating”?
syllables in "decimating"
Word details
Syllables
4
de · ci · ma · ting
Letters
10
d · e · c · i · m · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “decimating”
The word “decimating” contains 4 syllables, divided as de · ci · ma · ting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decimating" have?
"decimating" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "decimating" into syllables?
"decimating" is divided into syllables as: de · ci · ma · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "decimating"?
The Scrabble score for "decimating" is 16 points.
Using “decimating” in writing
Four-syllable words like "decimating" (de · ci · ma · ting) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “decimating” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “decimating”
The letters in “decimating” can be rearranged to spell one other word: medicating.