How many syllables in “syncretize”?
syllables in "syncretize"
Word details
Syllables
3
sync · reti · ze
Letters
10
s · y · n · c · r · e · t · i · z · e
Scrabble
24
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About the word “syncretize”
The word “syncretize” contains 3 syllables, divided as sync · reti · ze. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "syncretize" have?
"syncretize" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "syncretize" into syllables?
"syncretize" is divided into syllables as: sync · reti · ze.
What is the Scrabble score for "syncretize"?
The Scrabble score for "syncretize" is 24 points.
Using “syncretize” in writing
Three-syllable words like "syncretize" (sync · reti · ze) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “syncretize” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.