How many syllables in “adjournment”?
syllables in "adjournment"
Word details
Syllables
3
ad · jour · nment
Letters
11
a · d · j · o · u · r · n · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
21
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About the word “adjournment”
The word “adjournment” contains 3 syllables, divided as ad · jour · nment. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjournment" have?
"adjournment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjournment" into syllables?
"adjournment" is divided into syllables as: ad · jour · nment.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjournment"?
The Scrabble score for "adjournment" is 21 points.
Using “adjournment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjournment" (ad · jour · nment) 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, “adjournment” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.