How many syllables in “modernized”?
syllables in "modernized"
Word details
Syllables
3
mode · rniz · ed
Letters
10
m · o · d · e · r · n · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “modernized”
The word “modernized” contains 3 syllables, divided as mode · rniz · ed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "modernized" have?
"modernized" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "modernized" into syllables?
"modernized" is divided into syllables as: mode · rniz · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "modernized"?
The Scrabble score for "modernized" is 23 points.
Using “modernized” in writing
Three-syllable words like "modernized" (mode · rniz · ed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “modernized” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.