How many syllables in “incriminating”?
syllables in "incriminating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · cri · mi · na · ting
Letters
13
i · n · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “incriminating”
The word “incriminating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · cri · mi · na · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incriminating" have?
"incriminating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incriminating" into syllables?
"incriminating" is divided into syllables as: in · cri · mi · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "incriminating"?
The Scrabble score for "incriminating" is 18 points.
Using “incriminating” in writing
"incriminating" (in · cri · 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, “incriminating” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.