How many syllables in “urbanised”?
syllables in "urbanised"
Word details
Syllables
3
urb · ani · sed
Letters
9
u · r · b · a · n · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “urbanised”
The word “urbanised” contains 3 syllables, divided as urb · ani · sed. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urbanised" have?
"urbanised" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "urbanised" into syllables?
"urbanised" is divided into syllables as: urb · ani · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "urbanised"?
The Scrabble score for "urbanised" is 12 points.
Using “urbanised” in writing
Three-syllable words like "urbanised" (urb · ani · sed) 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, “urbanised” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.