How many syllables in “governmentalizes”?
syllables in "governmentalizes"
Word details
Syllables
5
gove · rnme · ntal · izes
Letters
16
g · o · v · e · r · n · m · e · n · t · a · l · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “governmentalizes”
The word “governmentalizes” contains 5 syllables, divided as gove · rnme · ntal · izes. It has 16 letters.
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How many syllables does "governmentalizes" have?
"governmentalizes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "governmentalizes" into syllables?
"governmentalizes" is divided into syllables as: gove · rnme · ntal · izes.
What is the Scrabble score for "governmentalizes"?
The Scrabble score for "governmentalizes" is 31 points.
Using “governmentalizes” in writing
"governmentalizes" (gove · rnme · ntal · izes) 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, “governmentalizes” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.