How many syllables in “depoliticize”?
syllables in "depoliticize"
Word details
Syllables
5
dep · oli · tic · ize
Letters
12
d · e · p · o · l · i · t · i · c · i · z · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “depoliticize”
The word “depoliticize” contains 5 syllables, divided as dep · oli · tic · ize. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "depoliticize" have?
"depoliticize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "depoliticize" into syllables?
"depoliticize" is divided into syllables as: dep · oli · tic · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "depoliticize"?
The Scrabble score for "depoliticize" is 26 points.
Using “depoliticize” in writing
"depoliticize" (dep · oli · tic · 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, “depoliticize” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.