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How many syllables in “abrasion”?

3

syllables in "abrasion"

abrasion
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Word details

Syllables

3

abra · sion

Letters

8

a · b · r · a · s · i · o · n

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
b3
r1
a1
s1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “abrasion

The word abrasion contains 3 syllables, divided as abra · sion. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "abrasion" have?

"abrasion" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "abrasion" into syllables?

"abrasion" is divided into syllables as: abra · sion.

What is the Scrabble score for "abrasion"?

The Scrabble score for "abrasion" is 10 points.

Using “abrasion” in writing

Three-syllable words like "abrasion" (abra · sion) 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, abrasion is worth 10 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.

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