How many syllables in “sensationalised”?
syllables in "sensationalised"
Word details
Syllables
5
sens · atio · nali · sed
Letters
15
s · e · n · s · a · t · i · o · n · a · l · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sensationalised”
The word “sensationalised” contains 5 syllables, divided as sens · atio · nali · sed. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensationalised" have?
"sensationalised" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensationalised" into syllables?
"sensationalised" is divided into syllables as: sens · atio · nali · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensationalised"?
The Scrabble score for "sensationalised" is 16 points.
Using “sensationalised” in writing
"sensationalised" (sens · atio · nali · sed) 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, “sensationalised” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.