How many syllables in “deteriorating”?
syllables in "deteriorating"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · te · rio · ra · ting
Letters
13
d · e · t · e · r · i · o · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “deteriorating”
The word “deteriorating” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · te · rio · ra · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deteriorating" have?
"deteriorating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deteriorating" into syllables?
"deteriorating" is divided into syllables as: de · te · rio · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "deteriorating"?
The Scrabble score for "deteriorating" is 15 points.
Using “deteriorating” in writing
"deteriorating" (de · te · rio · ra · 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, “deteriorating” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.