How many syllables in “defibrination”?
syllables in "defibrination"
Word details
Syllables
5
defi · brin · atio · n
Letters
13
d · e · f · i · b · r · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “defibrination”
The word “defibrination” contains 5 syllables, divided as defi · brin · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "defibrination" have?
"defibrination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "defibrination" into syllables?
"defibrination" is divided into syllables as: defi · brin · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "defibrination"?
The Scrabble score for "defibrination" is 19 points.
Using “defibrination” in writing
"defibrination" (defi · brin · 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, “defibrination” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.