How many syllables in “capitulation”?
syllables in "capitulation"
Word details
Syllables
5
cap · itu · lat · ion
Letters
12
c · a · p · i · t · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “capitulation”
The word “capitulation” contains 5 syllables, divided as cap · itu · lat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "capitulation" have?
"capitulation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "capitulation" into syllables?
"capitulation" is divided into syllables as: cap · itu · lat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "capitulation"?
The Scrabble score for "capitulation" is 16 points.
Using “capitulation” in writing
"capitulation" (cap · itu · lat · 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, “capitulation” 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.