How many syllables in “adjudication”?
syllables in "adjudication"
Word details
Syllables
5
adj · udi · cat · ion
Letters
12
a · d · j · u · d · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
23
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About the word “adjudication”
The word “adjudication” contains 5 syllables, divided as adj · udi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjudication" have?
"adjudication" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adjudication" into syllables?
"adjudication" is divided into syllables as: adj · udi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjudication"?
The Scrabble score for "adjudication" is 23 points.
Using “adjudication” in writing
"adjudication" (adj · udi · cat · 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, “adjudication” 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.