How many syllables in “approximation”?
syllables in "approximation"
Word details
Syllables
5
appr · oxim · atio · n
Letters
13
a · p · p · r · o · x · i · m · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
26
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About the word “approximation”
The word “approximation” contains 5 syllables, divided as appr · oxim · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "approximation" have?
"approximation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "approximation" into syllables?
"approximation" is divided into syllables as: appr · oxim · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "approximation"?
The Scrabble score for "approximation" is 26 points.
Using “approximation” in writing
"approximation" (appr · oxim · atio · n) 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, “approximation” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.