How many syllables in “underutilizes”?
syllables in "underutilizes"
Word details
Syllables
5
und · eru · til · ize · s
Letters
13
u · n · d · e · r · u · t · i · l · i · z · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “underutilizes”
The word “underutilizes” contains 5 syllables, divided as und · eru · til · ize · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underutilizes" have?
"underutilizes" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underutilizes" into syllables?
"underutilizes" is divided into syllables as: und · eru · til · ize · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "underutilizes"?
The Scrabble score for "underutilizes" is 23 points.
Using “underutilizes” in writing
"underutilizes" (und · eru · til · ize · s) 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, “underutilizes” 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.