How many syllables in “amelioration”?
syllables in "amelioration"
Word details
Syllables
5
ame · lio · rat · ion
Letters
12
a · m · e · l · i · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
14
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About the word “amelioration”
The word “amelioration” contains 5 syllables, divided as ame · lio · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amelioration" have?
"amelioration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amelioration" into syllables?
"amelioration" is divided into syllables as: ame · lio · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "amelioration"?
The Scrabble score for "amelioration" is 14 points.
Using “amelioration” in writing
"amelioration" (ame · lio · rat · 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, “amelioration” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.