How many syllables in “sanitization”?
syllables in "sanitization"
Word details
Syllables
5
san · iti · zat · ion
Letters
12
s · a · n · i · t · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “sanitization”
The word “sanitization” contains 5 syllables, divided as san · iti · zat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "sanitization" have?
"sanitization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sanitization" into syllables?
"sanitization" is divided into syllables as: san · iti · zat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "sanitization"?
The Scrabble score for "sanitization" is 21 points.
Using “sanitization” in writing
"sanitization" (san · iti · zat · ion) 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, “sanitization” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.