How many syllables in “adjustment”?
syllables in "adjustment"
Word details
Syllables
3
ad · jus · tment
Letters
10
a · d · j · u · s · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “adjustment”
The word “adjustment” contains 3 syllables, divided as ad · jus · tment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjustment" have?
"adjustment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjustment" into syllables?
"adjustment" is divided into syllables as: ad · jus · tment.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjustment"?
The Scrabble score for "adjustment" is 20 points.
Using “adjustment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjustment" (ad · jus · tment) 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, “adjustment” 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.