How many syllables in “conversation”?
syllables in "conversation"
Word details
Syllables
4
conv · ersa · tion
Letters
12
c · o · n · v · e · r · s · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “conversation”
The word “conversation” contains 4 syllables, divided as conv · ersa · tion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "conversation" have?
"conversation" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "conversation" into syllables?
"conversation" is divided into syllables as: conv · ersa · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "conversation"?
The Scrabble score for "conversation" is 17 points.
Using “conversation” in writing
Four-syllable words like "conversation" (conv · ersa · tion) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “conversation” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “conversation”
The letters in “conversation” can be rearranged to spell one other word: conservation.