How many syllables in “penalise”?
syllables in "penalise"
Word details
Syllables
3
pen · ali · se
Letters
8
p · e · n · a · l · i · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “penalise”
The word “penalise” contains 3 syllables, divided as pen · ali · se. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "penalise" have?
"penalise" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "penalise" into syllables?
"penalise" is divided into syllables as: pen · ali · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "penalise"?
The Scrabble score for "penalise" is 10 points.
Using “penalise” in writing
Three-syllable words like "penalise" (pen · ali · se) 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, “penalise” is worth 10 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 “penalise”
The letters in “penalise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sepaline.