How many syllables in “emasculating”?
syllables in "emasculating"
Word details
Syllables
5
e · ma · scu · la · ting
Letters
12
e · m · a · s · c · u · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “emasculating”
The word “emasculating” contains 5 syllables, divided as e · ma · scu · la · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "emasculating" have?
"emasculating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "emasculating" into syllables?
"emasculating" is divided into syllables as: e · ma · scu · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "emasculating"?
The Scrabble score for "emasculating" is 17 points.
Using “emasculating” in writing
"emasculating" (e · ma · scu · la · 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, “emasculating” 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.