How many syllables in “deliberation”?
syllables in "deliberation"
Word details
Syllables
5
del · ibe · rat · ion
Letters
12
d · e · l · i · b · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
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About the word “deliberation”
The word “deliberation” contains 5 syllables, divided as del · ibe · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "deliberation" have?
"deliberation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deliberation" into syllables?
"deliberation" is divided into syllables as: del · ibe · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "deliberation"?
The Scrabble score for "deliberation" is 15 points.
Using “deliberation” in writing
"deliberation" (del · ibe · rat · ion) 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, “deliberation” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.