How many syllables in “monopolizing”?
syllables in "monopolizing"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · no · po · li · zing
Letters
12
m · o · n · o · p · o · l · i · z · i · n · g
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “monopolizing”
The word “monopolizing” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · no · po · li · zing. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "monopolizing" have?
"monopolizing" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "monopolizing" into syllables?
"monopolizing" is divided into syllables as: mo · no · po · li · zing.
What is the Scrabble score for "monopolizing"?
The Scrabble score for "monopolizing" is 26 points.
Using “monopolizing” in writing
"monopolizing" (mo · no · po · 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, “monopolizing” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.