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How many syllables in “conduction”?

3

syllables in "conduction"

conduction
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Word details

Syllables

3

condu · ction

Letters

10

c · o · n · d · u · c · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
n1
d2
u1
c3
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “conduction

The word conduction contains 3 syllables, divided as condu · ction. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "conduction" have?

"conduction" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "conduction" into syllables?

"conduction" is divided into syllables as: condu · ction.

What is the Scrabble score for "conduction"?

The Scrabble score for "conduction" is 15 points.

Using “conduction” in writing

Three-syllable words like "conduction" (condu · ction) 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, conduction is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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