How many syllables in “abomination”?
syllables in "abomination"
Word details
Syllables
5
abo · min · ati · on
Letters
11
a · b · o · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
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About the word “abomination”
The word “abomination” contains 5 syllables, divided as abo · min · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abomination" have?
"abomination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abomination" into syllables?
"abomination" is divided into syllables as: abo · min · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "abomination"?
The Scrabble score for "abomination" is 15 points.
Using “abomination” in writing
"abomination" (abo · min · ati · on) 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, “abomination” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.