How many syllables in “deracinations”?
syllables in "deracinations"
Word details
Syllables
5
dera · cina · tion · s
Letters
13
d · e · r · a · c · i · n · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “deracinations”
The word “deracinations” contains 5 syllables, divided as dera · cina · tion · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deracinations" have?
"deracinations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deracinations" into syllables?
"deracinations" is divided into syllables as: dera · cina · tion · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "deracinations"?
The Scrabble score for "deracinations" is 16 points.
Using “deracinations” in writing
"deracinations" (dera · cina · tion · s) 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, “deracinations” 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.