How many syllables in “adjourning”?
syllables in "adjourning"
Word details
Syllables
3
ad · jour · ning
Letters
10
a · d · j · o · u · r · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
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About the word “adjourning”
The word “adjourning” contains 3 syllables, divided as ad · jour · ning. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjourning" have?
"adjourning" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjourning" into syllables?
"adjourning" is divided into syllables as: ad · jour · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjourning"?
The Scrabble score for "adjourning" is 19 points.
Using “adjourning” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjourning" (ad · jour · ning) 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, “adjourning” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.