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