How many syllables in “adjuvant”?
syllables in "adjuvant"
Word details
Syllables
3
ad · ju · vant
Letters
8
a · d · j · u · v · a · n · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “adjuvant”
The word “adjuvant” contains 3 syllables, divided as ad · ju · vant. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjuvant" have?
"adjuvant" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "adjuvant" into syllables?
"adjuvant" is divided into syllables as: ad · ju · vant.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjuvant"?
The Scrabble score for "adjuvant" is 19 points.
Using “adjuvant” in writing
Three-syllable words like "adjuvant" (ad · ju · vant) 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, “adjuvant” 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.