How many syllables in “paralyzation”?
syllables in "paralyzation"
Word details
Syllables
5
par · aly · zat · ion
Letters
12
p · a · r · a · l · y · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “paralyzation”
The word “paralyzation” contains 5 syllables, divided as par · aly · zat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "paralyzation" have?
"paralyzation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "paralyzation" into syllables?
"paralyzation" is divided into syllables as: par · aly · zat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "paralyzation"?
The Scrabble score for "paralyzation" is 26 points.
Using “paralyzation” in writing
"paralyzation" (par · aly · zat · ion) 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, “paralyzation” 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.