How many syllables in “sensationalized”?
syllables in "sensationalized"
Word details
Syllables
5
sens · atio · nali · zed
Letters
15
s · e · n · s · a · t · i · o · n · a · l · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
25
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About the word “sensationalized”
The word “sensationalized” contains 5 syllables, divided as sens · atio · nali · zed. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "sensationalized" have?
"sensationalized" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensationalized" into syllables?
"sensationalized" is divided into syllables as: sens · atio · nali · zed.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensationalized"?
The Scrabble score for "sensationalized" is 25 points.
Using “sensationalized” in writing
"sensationalized" (sens · atio · nali · zed) 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, “sensationalized” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.