How many syllables in “denticulation”?
syllables in "denticulation"
Word details
Syllables
5
dent · icul · atio · n
Letters
13
d · e · n · t · i · c · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “denticulation”
The word “denticulation” contains 5 syllables, divided as dent · icul · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "denticulation" have?
"denticulation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "denticulation" into syllables?
"denticulation" is divided into syllables as: dent · icul · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "denticulation"?
The Scrabble score for "denticulation" is 16 points.
Using “denticulation” in writing
"denticulation" (dent · icul · 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, “denticulation” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.