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