How many syllables in “governmentalize”?
syllables in "governmentalize"
Word details
Syllables
5
gov · ern · men · tal · ize
Letters
15
g · o · v · e · r · n · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
30
points
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About the word “governmentalize”
The word “governmentalize” contains 5 syllables, divided as gov · ern · men · tal · ize. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "governmentalize" have?
"governmentalize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "governmentalize" into syllables?
"governmentalize" is divided into syllables as: gov · ern · men · tal · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "governmentalize"?
The Scrabble score for "governmentalize" is 30 points.
Using “governmentalize” in writing
"governmentalize" (gov · ern · men · tal · ize) 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, “governmentalize” is worth 30 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.