How many syllables in “militarises”?
syllables in "militarises"
Word details
Syllables
4
mil · ita · ris · es
Letters
11
m · i · l · i · t · a · r · i · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “militarises”
The word “militarises” contains 4 syllables, divided as mil · ita · ris · es. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "militarises" have?
"militarises" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "militarises" into syllables?
"militarises" is divided into syllables as: mil · ita · ris · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "militarises"?
The Scrabble score for "militarises" is 13 points.
Using “militarises” in writing
Four-syllable words like "militarises" (mil · ita · ris · es) 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, “militarises” is worth 13 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.