How many syllables in “intellectualize”?
syllables in "intellectualize"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · ell · ect · ual · ize
Letters
15
i · n · t · e · l · l · e · c · t · u · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “intellectualize”
The word “intellectualize” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · ell · ect · ual · ize. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intellectualize" have?
"intellectualize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intellectualize" into syllables?
"intellectualize" is divided into syllables as: int · ell · ect · ual · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "intellectualize"?
The Scrabble score for "intellectualize" is 26 points.
Using “intellectualize” in writing
"intellectualize" (int · ell · ect · ual · ize) 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, “intellectualize” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.