How many syllables in “legitimating”?
syllables in "legitimating"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · gi · ti · ma · ting
Letters
12
l · e · g · i · t · i · m · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
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About the word “legitimating”
The word “legitimating” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · gi · ti · ma · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legitimating" have?
"legitimating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legitimating" into syllables?
"legitimating" is divided into syllables as: le · gi · ti · ma · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "legitimating"?
The Scrabble score for "legitimating" is 16 points.
Using “legitimating” in writing
"legitimating" (le · gi · ti · ma · 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, “legitimating” 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.