How many syllables in “desalinizing”?
syllables in "desalinizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · sa · li · ni · zing
Letters
12
d · e · s · a · l · i · n · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “desalinizing”
The word “desalinizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · sa · li · ni · zing. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "desalinizing" have?
"desalinizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "desalinizing" into syllables?
"desalinizing" is divided into syllables as: de · sa · li · ni · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "desalinizing"?
The Scrabble score for "desalinizing" is 23 points.
Using “desalinizing” in writing
"desalinizing" (de · sa · li · ni · 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, “desalinizing” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.