How many syllables in “adjunction”?
syllables in "adjunction"
Word details
Syllables
3
adjun · ction
Letters
10
a · d · j · u · n · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “adjunction”
The word “adjunction” contains 3 syllables, divided as adjun · ction. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjunction" have?
"adjunction" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjunction" into syllables?
"adjunction" is divided into syllables as: adjun · ction.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjunction"?
The Scrabble score for "adjunction" is 20 points.
Using “adjunction” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjunction" (adjun · ction) 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, “adjunction” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.