How many syllables in “asseveration”?
syllables in "asseveration"
Word details
Syllables
5
ass · eve · rat · ion
Letters
12
a · s · s · e · v · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
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About the word “asseveration”
The word “asseveration” contains 5 syllables, divided as ass · eve · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "asseveration" have?
"asseveration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "asseveration" into syllables?
"asseveration" is divided into syllables as: ass · eve · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "asseveration"?
The Scrabble score for "asseveration" is 15 points.
Using “asseveration” in writing
"asseveration" (ass · eve · 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, “asseveration” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.