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How many syllables in “devocalizing”?

5

syllables in "devocalizing"

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Word details

Syllables

5

de · vo · ca · li · zing

Letters

12

d · e · v · o · c · a · l · i · z · i · n · g

Scrabble

28

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
v4
o1
c3
a1
l1
i1
z10
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “devocalizing

The word devocalizing contains 5 syllables, divided as de · vo · ca · li · zing. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "devocalizing" have?

"devocalizing" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "devocalizing" into syllables?

"devocalizing" is divided into syllables as: de · vo · ca · li · zing.

What is the Scrabble score for "devocalizing"?

The Scrabble score for "devocalizing" is 28 points.

Using “devocalizing” in writing

"devocalizing" (de · vo · ca · li · 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, devocalizing is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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