How many syllables in “patronised”?
syllables in "patronised"
Word details
Syllables
3
patr · onis · ed
Letters
10
p · a · t · r · o · n · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “patronised”
The word “patronised” contains 3 syllables, divided as patr · onis · ed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patronised" have?
"patronised" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "patronised" into syllables?
"patronised" is divided into syllables as: patr · onis · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "patronised"?
The Scrabble score for "patronised" is 13 points.
Using “patronised” in writing
Three-syllable words like "patronised" (patr · onis · 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, “patronised” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “patronised”
The letters in “patronised” can be rearranged to spell one other word: predations.