How many syllables in “underemphasizes”?
syllables in "underemphasizes"
Word details
Syllables
5
und · ere · mph · asi · zes
Letters
15
u · n · d · e · r · e · m · p · h · a · s · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
32
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About the word “underemphasizes”
The word “underemphasizes” contains 5 syllables, divided as und · ere · mph · asi · zes. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "underemphasizes" have?
"underemphasizes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underemphasizes" into syllables?
"underemphasizes" is divided into syllables as: und · ere · mph · asi · zes.
What is the Scrabble score for "underemphasizes"?
The Scrabble score for "underemphasizes" is 32 points.
Using “underemphasizes” in writing
"underemphasizes" (und · ere · mph · asi · zes) 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, “underemphasizes” is worth 32 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.