How many syllables in “deterioration”?
syllables in "deterioration"
Word details
Syllables
5
dete · rior · atio · n
Letters
13
d · e · t · e · r · i · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
14
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About the word “deterioration”
The word “deterioration” contains 5 syllables, divided as dete · rior · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deterioration" have?
"deterioration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deterioration" into syllables?
"deterioration" is divided into syllables as: dete · rior · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "deterioration"?
The Scrabble score for "deterioration" is 14 points.
Using “deterioration” in writing
"deterioration" (dete · rior · 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, “deterioration” is worth 14 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.