How many syllables in “dehumanizing”?
syllables in "dehumanizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · hu · ma · ni · zing
Letters
12
d · e · h · u · m · a · n · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “dehumanizing”
The word “dehumanizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · hu · ma · ni · zing. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "dehumanizing" have?
"dehumanizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dehumanizing" into syllables?
"dehumanizing" is divided into syllables as: de · hu · ma · ni · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "dehumanizing"?
The Scrabble score for "dehumanizing" is 28 points.
Using “dehumanizing” in writing
"dehumanizing" (de · hu · ma · ni · 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, “dehumanizing” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.