How many syllables in “orthogonalize”?
syllables in "orthogonalize"
Word details
Syllables
5
ort · hog · ona · liz · e
Letters
13
o · r · t · h · o · g · o · n · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “orthogonalize”
The word “orthogonalize” contains 5 syllables, divided as ort · hog · ona · liz · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orthogonalize" have?
"orthogonalize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "orthogonalize" into syllables?
"orthogonalize" is divided into syllables as: ort · hog · ona · liz · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "orthogonalize"?
The Scrabble score for "orthogonalize" is 26 points.
Using “orthogonalize” in writing
"orthogonalize" (ort · hog · ona · liz · e) 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, “orthogonalize” 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.