How many syllables in “urbanization”?
syllables in "urbanization"
Word details
Syllables
5
urb · ani · zat · ion
Letters
12
u · r · b · a · n · i · z · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “urbanization”
The word “urbanization” contains 5 syllables, divided as urb · ani · zat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "urbanization" have?
"urbanization" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "urbanization" into syllables?
"urbanization" is divided into syllables as: urb · ani · zat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "urbanization"?
The Scrabble score for "urbanization" is 23 points.
Using “urbanization” in writing
"urbanization" (urb · ani · zat · ion) 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, “urbanization” 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.