How many syllables in “denuclearizing”?
syllables in "denuclearizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · nu · clea · ri · zing
Letters
14
d · e · n · u · c · l · e · a · r · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “denuclearizing”
The word “denuclearizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · nu · clea · ri · zing. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "denuclearizing" have?
"denuclearizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "denuclearizing" into syllables?
"denuclearizing" is divided into syllables as: de · nu · clea · ri · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "denuclearizing"?
The Scrabble score for "denuclearizing" is 27 points.
Using “denuclearizing” in writing
"denuclearizing" (de · nu · clea · ri · 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, “denuclearizing” 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.