How many syllables in “dematerialized”?
syllables in "dematerialized"
Word details
Syllables
5
dem · ate · ria · liz · ed
Letters
14
d · e · m · a · t · e · r · i · a · l · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “dematerialized”
The word “dematerialized” contains 5 syllables, divided as dem · ate · ria · liz · ed. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dematerialized" have?
"dematerialized" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dematerialized" into syllables?
"dematerialized" is divided into syllables as: dem · ate · ria · liz · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "dematerialized"?
The Scrabble score for "dematerialized" is 27 points.
Using “dematerialized” in writing
"dematerialized" (dem · ate · ria · liz · ed) 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, “dematerialized” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.