How many syllables in “hospitalizing”?
syllables in "hospitalizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · spi · ta · li · zing
Letters
13
h · o · s · p · i · t · a · l · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “hospitalizing”
The word “hospitalizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · spi · ta · li · zing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hospitalizing" have?
"hospitalizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hospitalizing" into syllables?
"hospitalizing" is divided into syllables as: ho · spi · ta · li · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "hospitalizing"?
The Scrabble score for "hospitalizing" is 28 points.
Using “hospitalizing” in writing
"hospitalizing" (ho · spi · ta · 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, “hospitalizing” 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.