How many syllables in “centrifugation”?
syllables in "centrifugation"
Word details
Syllables
5
cent · rifu · gati · on
Letters
14
c · e · n · t · r · i · f · u · g · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “centrifugation”
The word “centrifugation” contains 5 syllables, divided as cent · rifu · gati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "centrifugation" have?
"centrifugation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "centrifugation" into syllables?
"centrifugation" is divided into syllables as: cent · rifu · gati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "centrifugation"?
The Scrabble score for "centrifugation" is 20 points.
Using “centrifugation” in writing
"centrifugation" (cent · rifu · gati · on) 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, “centrifugation” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.