How many syllables in “desegregating”?
syllables in "desegregating"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · se · gre · ga · ting
Letters
13
d · e · s · e · g · r · e · g · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “desegregating”
The word “desegregating” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · se · gre · ga · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desegregating" have?
"desegregating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "desegregating" into syllables?
"desegregating" is divided into syllables as: de · se · gre · ga · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "desegregating"?
The Scrabble score for "desegregating" is 17 points.
Using “desegregating” in writing
"desegregating" (de · se · gre · ga · ting) 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, “desegregating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.