How many syllables in “territorialize”?
syllables in "territorialize"
Word details
Syllables
5
ter · rit · ori · ali · ze
Letters
14
t · e · r · r · i · t · o · r · i · a · l · i · z · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “territorialize”
The word “territorialize” contains 5 syllables, divided as ter · rit · ori · ali · ze. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "territorialize" have?
"territorialize" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "territorialize" into syllables?
"territorialize" is divided into syllables as: ter · rit · ori · ali · ze.
What is the Scrabble score for "territorialize"?
The Scrabble score for "territorialize" is 23 points.
Using “territorialize” in writing
"territorialize" (ter · rit · ori · ali · ze) 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, “territorialize” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.