How many syllables in “departmentalize”?
syllables in "departmentalize"
Word details
Syllables
5
dep · art · men · tal · ize
Letters
15
d · e · p · a · r · t · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “departmentalize”
The word “departmentalize” contains 5 syllables, divided as dep · art · men · tal · ize. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "departmentalize" have?
"departmentalize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "departmentalize" into syllables?
"departmentalize" is divided into syllables as: dep · art · men · tal · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "departmentalize"?
The Scrabble score for "departmentalize" is 29 points.
Using “departmentalize” in writing
"departmentalize" (dep · art · men · tal · ize) 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, “departmentalize” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.