How many syllables in “desegregations”?
syllables in "desegregations"
Word details
Syllables
5
dese · greg · atio · ns
Letters
14
d · e · s · e · g · r · e · g · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “desegregations”
The word “desegregations” contains 5 syllables, divided as dese · greg · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "desegregations" have?
"desegregations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "desegregations" into syllables?
"desegregations" is divided into syllables as: dese · greg · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "desegregations"?
The Scrabble score for "desegregations" is 17 points.
Using “desegregations” in writing
"desegregations" (dese · greg · atio · ns) 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, “desegregations” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.