How many syllables in “cohabitation”?
syllables in "cohabitation"
Word details
Syllables
5
coh · abi · tat · ion
Letters
12
c · o · h · a · b · i · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “cohabitation”
The word “cohabitation” contains 5 syllables, divided as coh · abi · tat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cohabitation" have?
"cohabitation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cohabitation" into syllables?
"cohabitation" is divided into syllables as: coh · abi · tat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "cohabitation"?
The Scrabble score for "cohabitation" is 19 points.
Using “cohabitation” in writing
"cohabitation" (coh · abi · tat · 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, “cohabitation” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.