How many syllables in “demyelinating”?
syllables in "demyelinating"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · mye · li · na · ting
Letters
13
d · e · m · y · e · l · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “demyelinating”
The word “demyelinating” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · mye · li · na · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "demyelinating" have?
"demyelinating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "demyelinating" into syllables?
"demyelinating" is divided into syllables as: de · mye · li · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "demyelinating"?
The Scrabble score for "demyelinating" is 20 points.
Using “demyelinating” in writing
"demyelinating" (de · mye · li · na · 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, “demyelinating” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.