How many syllables in “decapitations”?
syllables in "decapitations"
Word details
Syllables
5
deca · pita · tion · s
Letters
13
d · e · c · a · p · i · t · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “decapitations”
The word “decapitations” contains 5 syllables, divided as deca · pita · tion · s. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "decapitations" have?
"decapitations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decapitations" into syllables?
"decapitations" is divided into syllables as: deca · pita · tion · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "decapitations"?
The Scrabble score for "decapitations" is 18 points.
Using “decapitations” in writing
"decapitations" (deca · pita · tion · s) 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, “decapitations” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.