How many syllables in “refrigerating”?
syllables in "refrigerating"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · fri · ge · ra · ting
Letters
13
r · e · f · r · i · g · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “refrigerating”
The word “refrigerating” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · fri · ge · ra · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refrigerating" have?
"refrigerating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "refrigerating" into syllables?
"refrigerating" is divided into syllables as: re · fri · ge · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "refrigerating"?
The Scrabble score for "refrigerating" is 18 points.
Using “refrigerating” in writing
"refrigerating" (re · fri · ge · ra · ting) 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, “refrigerating” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.