How many syllables in “incinerating”?
syllables in "incinerating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ci · ne · ra · ting
Letters
12
i · n · c · i · n · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “incinerating”
The word “incinerating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ci · ne · ra · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incinerating" have?
"incinerating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incinerating" into syllables?
"incinerating" is divided into syllables as: in · ci · ne · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "incinerating"?
The Scrabble score for "incinerating" is 15 points.
Using “incinerating” in writing
"incinerating" (in · ci · ne · ra · 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, “incinerating” 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.