How many syllables in “subordinating”?
syllables in "subordinating"
Word details
Syllables
5
su · bor · di · na · ting
Letters
13
s · u · b · o · r · d · i · n · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “subordinating”
The word “subordinating” contains 5 syllables, divided as su · bor · di · na · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "subordinating" have?
"subordinating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "subordinating" into syllables?
"subordinating" is divided into syllables as: su · bor · di · na · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "subordinating"?
The Scrabble score for "subordinating" is 17 points.
Using “subordinating” in writing
"subordinating" (su · bor · di · na · 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, “subordinating” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.