How many syllables in “invigilating”?
syllables in "invigilating"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · vi · gi · la · ting
Letters
12
i · n · v · i · g · i · l · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “invigilating”
The word “invigilating” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · vi · gi · la · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "invigilating" have?
"invigilating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "invigilating" into syllables?
"invigilating" is divided into syllables as: in · vi · gi · la · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "invigilating"?
The Scrabble score for "invigilating" is 17 points.
Using “invigilating” in writing
"invigilating" (in · vi · gi · la · 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, “invigilating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.