How many syllables in “departmentalized”?
syllables in "departmentalized"
Word details
Syllables
5
depa · rtme · ntal · ized
Letters
16
d · e · p · a · r · t · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “departmentalized”
The word “departmentalized” contains 5 syllables, divided as depa · rtme · ntal · ized. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "departmentalized" have?
"departmentalized" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "departmentalized" into syllables?
"departmentalized" is divided into syllables as: depa · rtme · ntal · ized.
What is the Scrabble score for "departmentalized"?
The Scrabble score for "departmentalized" is 31 points.
Using “departmentalized” in writing
"departmentalized" (depa · rtme · ntal · ized) 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, “departmentalized” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.