How many syllables in “destabilize”?
syllables in "destabilize"
Word details
Syllables
4
des · tab · ili · ze
Letters
11
d · e · s · t · a · b · i · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “destabilize”
The word “destabilize” contains 4 syllables, divided as des · tab · ili · ze. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "destabilize" have?
"destabilize" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "destabilize" into syllables?
"destabilize" is divided into syllables as: des · tab · ili · ze.
What is the Scrabble score for "destabilize"?
The Scrabble score for "destabilize" is 23 points.
Using “destabilize” in writing
Four-syllable words like "destabilize" (des · tab · ili · ze) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “destabilize” 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.
Anagrams of “destabilize”
The letters in “destabilize” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bestialized.