How many syllables in “legitimizing”?
syllables in "legitimizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · gi · ti · mi · zing
Letters
12
l · e · g · i · t · i · m · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “legitimizing”
The word “legitimizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · gi · ti · mi · zing. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legitimizing" have?
"legitimizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legitimizing" into syllables?
"legitimizing" is divided into syllables as: le · gi · ti · mi · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "legitimizing"?
The Scrabble score for "legitimizing" is 25 points.
Using “legitimizing” in writing
"legitimizing" (le · gi · ti · mi · 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, “legitimizing” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.