How many syllables in “consideration”?
syllables in "consideration"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · si · de · ra · tion
Letters
13
c · o · n · s · i · d · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “consideration”
The word “consideration” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · si · de · ra · tion. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "consideration" have?
"consideration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "consideration" into syllables?
"consideration" is divided into syllables as: con · si · de · ra · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "consideration"?
The Scrabble score for "consideration" is 16 points.
Using “consideration” in writing
"consideration" (con · si · de · ra · 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, “consideration” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.