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How many syllables in “prioritized”?

3

syllables in "prioritized"

prioritized
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Word details

Syllables

3

prio · riti · zed

Letters

11

p · r · i · o · r · i · t · i · z · e · d

Scrabble

23

points

Scrabble letter values

p3
r1
i1
o1
r1
i1
t1
i1
z10
e1
d2

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About the word “prioritized

The word prioritized contains 3 syllables, divided as prio · riti · zed. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "prioritized" have?

"prioritized" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "prioritized" into syllables?

"prioritized" is divided into syllables as: prio · riti · zed.

What is the Scrabble score for "prioritized"?

The Scrabble score for "prioritized" is 23 points.

Using “prioritized” in writing

Three-syllable words like "prioritized" (prio · riti · zed) 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, prioritized is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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