How many syllables in “professionalize”?
syllables in "professionalize"
Word details
Syllables
5
prof · essi · onal · ize
Letters
15
p · r · o · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “professionalize”
The word “professionalize” contains 5 syllables, divided as prof · essi · onal · ize. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "professionalize" have?
"professionalize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "professionalize" into syllables?
"professionalize" is divided into syllables as: prof · essi · onal · ize.
What is the Scrabble score for "professionalize"?
The Scrabble score for "professionalize" is 29 points.
Using “professionalize” in writing
"professionalize" (prof · essi · onal · ize) 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, “professionalize” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.