How many syllables in “militarise”?
syllables in "militarise"
Word details
Syllables
4
mil · ita · ris · e
Letters
10
m · i · l · i · t · a · r · i · s · e
Scrabble
12
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About the word “militarise”
The word “militarise” contains 4 syllables, divided as mil · ita · ris · e. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "militarise" have?
"militarise" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "militarise" into syllables?
"militarise" is divided into syllables as: mil · ita · ris · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "militarise"?
The Scrabble score for "militarise" is 12 points.
Using “militarise” in writing
Four-syllable words like "militarise" (mil · ita · ris · e) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “militarise” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “militarise”
The letters in “militarise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: militaries.