How many syllables in “corroboration”?
syllables in "corroboration"
Word details
Syllables
5
corr · obor · atio · n
Letters
13
c · o · r · r · o · b · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “corroboration”
The word “corroboration” contains 5 syllables, divided as corr · obor · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corroboration" have?
"corroboration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "corroboration" into syllables?
"corroboration" is divided into syllables as: corr · obor · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "corroboration"?
The Scrabble score for "corroboration" is 17 points.
Using “corroboration” in writing
"corroboration" (corr · obor · atio · n) 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, “corroboration” 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.