How many syllables in “avocational”?
syllables in "avocational"
Word details
Syllables
5
avo · cat · ion · al
Letters
11
a · v · o · c · a · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “avocational”
The word “avocational” contains 5 syllables, divided as avo · cat · ion · al. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "avocational" have?
"avocational" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "avocational" into syllables?
"avocational" is divided into syllables as: avo · cat · ion · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "avocational"?
The Scrabble score for "avocational" is 16 points.
Using “avocational” in writing
"avocational" (avo · cat · ion · al) 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, “avocational” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.