How many syllables in “defibrillating”?
syllables in "defibrillating"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · fi · bril · la · ting
Letters
14
d · e · f · i · b · r · i · l · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “defibrillating”
The word “defibrillating” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · fi · bril · la · ting. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defibrillating" have?
"defibrillating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "defibrillating" into syllables?
"defibrillating" is divided into syllables as: de · fi · bril · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "defibrillating"?
The Scrabble score for "defibrillating" is 21 points.
Using “defibrillating” in writing
"defibrillating" (de · fi · bril · la · ting) 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, “defibrillating” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.