How many syllables in “illuminating”?
syllables in "illuminating"
Word details
Syllables
5
il · lu · mi · na · ting
Letters
12
i · l · l · u · m · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
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About the word “illuminating”
The word “illuminating” contains 5 syllables, divided as il · lu · mi · na · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "illuminating" have?
"illuminating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "illuminating" into syllables?
"illuminating" is divided into syllables as: il · lu · mi · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "illuminating"?
The Scrabble score for "illuminating" is 15 points.
Using “illuminating” in writing
"illuminating" (il · lu · mi · na · 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, “illuminating” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.