How many syllables in “organization”?
syllables in "organization"
Word details
Syllables
5
or · ga · ni · za · tion
Letters
12
o · r · g · a · n · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “organization”
The word “organization” contains 5 syllables, divided as or · ga · ni · za · tion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "organization" have?
"organization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "organization" into syllables?
"organization" is divided into syllables as: or · ga · ni · za · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "organization"?
The Scrabble score for "organization" is 22 points.
Using “organization” in writing
"organization" (or · ga · ni · za · tion) 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, “organization” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.