How many syllables in “classification”?
syllables in "classification"
Word details
Syllables
5
clas · si · fi · ca · tion
Letters
14
c · l · a · s · s · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “classification”
The word “classification” contains 5 syllables, divided as clas · si · fi · ca · tion. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "classification" have?
"classification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "classification" into syllables?
"classification" is divided into syllables as: clas · si · fi · ca · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "classification"?
The Scrabble score for "classification" is 21 points.
Using “classification” in writing
"classification" (clas · si · fi · ca · tion) 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, “classification” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.