How many syllables in “laterization”?
syllables in "laterization"
Word details
Syllables
5
lat · eri · zat · ion
Letters
12
l · a · t · e · r · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “laterization”
The word “laterization” contains 5 syllables, divided as lat · eri · zat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "laterization" have?
"laterization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "laterization" into syllables?
"laterization" is divided into syllables as: lat · eri · zat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "laterization"?
The Scrabble score for "laterization" is 21 points.
Using “laterization” in writing
"laterization" (lat · eri · zat · ion) 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, “laterization” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.