How many syllables in “deposition”?
syllables in "deposition"
Word details
Syllables
4
depo · siti · on
Letters
10
d · e · p · o · s · i · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “deposition”
The word “deposition” contains 4 syllables, divided as depo · siti · on. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deposition" have?
"deposition" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "deposition" into syllables?
"deposition" is divided into syllables as: depo · siti · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "deposition"?
The Scrabble score for "deposition" is 13 points.
Using “deposition” in writing
Four-syllable words like "deposition" (depo · siti · on) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “deposition” is worth 13 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 “deposition”
The letters in “deposition” can be rearranged to spell one other word: positioned.