How many syllables in “demilitarizes”?
syllables in "demilitarizes"
Word details
Syllables
5
dem · ili · tar · ize · s
Letters
13
d · e · m · i · l · i · t · a · r · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “demilitarizes”
The word “demilitarizes” contains 5 syllables, divided as dem · ili · tar · ize · s. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "demilitarizes" have?
"demilitarizes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "demilitarizes" into syllables?
"demilitarizes" is divided into syllables as: dem · ili · tar · ize · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "demilitarizes"?
The Scrabble score for "demilitarizes" is 25 points.
Using “demilitarizes” in writing
"demilitarizes" (dem · ili · tar · ize · s) 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, “demilitarizes” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.