How many syllables in “italicizing”?
syllables in "italicizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · ta · li · ci · zing
Letters
11
i · t · a · l · i · c · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “italicizing”
The word “italicizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · ta · li · ci · zing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "italicizing" have?
"italicizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "italicizing" into syllables?
"italicizing" is divided into syllables as: i · ta · li · ci · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "italicizing"?
The Scrabble score for "italicizing" is 23 points.
Using “italicizing” in writing
"italicizing" (i · ta · li · ci · zing) 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, “italicizing” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.