How many syllables in “intimidating”?
syllables in "intimidating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ti · mi · da · ting
Letters
12
i · n · t · i · m · i · d · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
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About the word “intimidating”
The word “intimidating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ti · mi · da · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intimidating" have?
"intimidating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intimidating" into syllables?
"intimidating" is divided into syllables as: in · ti · mi · da · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "intimidating"?
The Scrabble score for "intimidating" is 16 points.
Using “intimidating” in writing
"intimidating" (in · ti · mi · da · 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, “intimidating” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.