How many syllables in “skeletonising”?
syllables in "skeletonising"
Word details
Syllables
5
ske · le · to · ni · sing
Letters
13
s · k · e · l · e · t · o · n · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “skeletonising”
The word “skeletonising” contains 5 syllables, divided as ske · le · to · ni · sing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skeletonising" have?
"skeletonising" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "skeletonising" into syllables?
"skeletonising" is divided into syllables as: ske · le · to · ni · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "skeletonising"?
The Scrabble score for "skeletonising" is 18 points.
Using “skeletonising” in writing
"skeletonising" (ske · le · to · ni · sing) 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, “skeletonising” 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.