How many syllables in “depolymerizes”?
syllables in "depolymerizes"
Word details
Syllables
5
dep · oly · mer · ize · s
Letters
13
d · e · p · o · l · y · m · e · r · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “depolymerizes”
The word “depolymerizes” contains 5 syllables, divided as dep · oly · mer · ize · s. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "depolymerizes" have?
"depolymerizes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "depolymerizes" into syllables?
"depolymerizes" is divided into syllables as: dep · oly · mer · ize · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "depolymerizes"?
The Scrabble score for "depolymerizes" is 30 points.
Using “depolymerizes” in writing
"depolymerizes" (dep · oly · mer · ize · s) 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, “depolymerizes” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.