How many syllables in “underutilized”?
syllables in "underutilized"
Word details
Syllables
5
und · eru · til · ize · d
Letters
13
u · n · d · e · r · u · t · i · l · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “underutilized”
The word “underutilized” contains 5 syllables, divided as und · eru · til · ize · d. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underutilized" have?
"underutilized" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underutilized" into syllables?
"underutilized" is divided into syllables as: und · eru · til · ize · d.
What is the Scrabble score for "underutilized"?
The Scrabble score for "underutilized" is 24 points.
Using “underutilized” in writing
"underutilized" (und · eru · til · ize · d) 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, “underutilized” 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.