How many syllables in “indoctrinating”?
syllables in "indoctrinating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · doc · tri · na · ting
Letters
14
i · n · d · o · c · t · r · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “indoctrinating”
The word “indoctrinating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · doc · tri · na · ting. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indoctrinating" have?
"indoctrinating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indoctrinating" into syllables?
"indoctrinating" is divided into syllables as: in · doc · tri · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "indoctrinating"?
The Scrabble score for "indoctrinating" is 18 points.
Using “indoctrinating” in writing
"indoctrinating" (in · doc · tri · 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, “indoctrinating” 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.