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How many syllables in “depletion”?

3

syllables in "depletion"

depletion
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Word details

Syllables

3

deple · tion

Letters

9

d · e · p · l · e · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

d2
e1
p3
l1
e1
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “depletion

The word depletion contains 3 syllables, divided as deple · tion. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "depletion" have?

"depletion" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "depletion" into syllables?

"depletion" is divided into syllables as: deple · tion.

What is the Scrabble score for "depletion"?

The Scrabble score for "depletion" is 12 points.

Using “depletion” in writing

Three-syllable words like "depletion" (deple · tion) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, depletion is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

Anagrams of “depletion

The letters in depletion can be rearranged to spell one other word: diplotene.

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