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How many syllables in “lexicalizing”?

5

syllables in "lexicalizing"

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Word details

Syllables

5

le · xi · ca · li · zing

Letters

12

l · e · x · i · c · a · l · i · z · i · n · g

Scrabble

31

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
e1
x8
i1
c3
a1
l1
i1
z10
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “lexicalizing

The word lexicalizing contains 5 syllables, divided as le · xi · ca · li · zing. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lexicalizing" have?

"lexicalizing" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "lexicalizing" into syllables?

"lexicalizing" is divided into syllables as: le · xi · ca · li · zing.

What is the Scrabble score for "lexicalizing"?

The Scrabble score for "lexicalizing" is 31 points.

Using “lexicalizing” in writing

"lexicalizing" (le · xi · ca · li · 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, lexicalizing is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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