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How many syllables in “cessations”?

3

syllables in "cessations"

cessations
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Word details

Syllables

3

cessa · tions

Letters

10

c · e · s · s · a · t · i · o · n · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
e1
s1
s1
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “cessations

The word cessations contains 3 syllables, divided as cessa · tions. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cessations" have?

"cessations" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "cessations" into syllables?

"cessations" is divided into syllables as: cessa · tions.

What is the Scrabble score for "cessations"?

The Scrabble score for "cessations" is 12 points.

Using “cessations” in writing

Three-syllable words like "cessations" (cessa · tions) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, cessations is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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