How many syllables in “dechlorinations”?
syllables in "dechlorinations"
Word details
Syllables
5
dech · lori · nati · ons
Letters
15
d · e · c · h · l · o · r · i · n · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “dechlorinations”
The word “dechlorinations” contains 5 syllables, divided as dech · lori · nati · ons. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dechlorinations" have?
"dechlorinations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "dechlorinations" into syllables?
"dechlorinations" is divided into syllables as: dech · lori · nati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "dechlorinations"?
The Scrabble score for "dechlorinations" is 21 points.
Using “dechlorinations” in writing
"dechlorinations" (dech · lori · nati · ons) 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, “dechlorinations” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.