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How many syllables in “conniption”?

3

syllables in "conniption"

conniption
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Word details

Syllables

3

conni · ption

Letters

10

c · o · n · n · i · p · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
n1
n1
i1
p3
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “conniption

The word conniption contains 3 syllables, divided as conni · ption. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "conniption" have?

"conniption" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "conniption" into syllables?

"conniption" is divided into syllables as: conni · ption.

What is the Scrabble score for "conniption"?

The Scrabble score for "conniption" is 14 points.

Using “conniption” in writing

Three-syllable words like "conniption" (conni · ption) 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, conniption is worth 14 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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