How many syllables in “deteriorations”?
syllables in "deteriorations"
Word details
Syllables
5
dete · rior · atio · ns
Letters
14
d · e · t · e · r · i · o · r · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “deteriorations”
The word “deteriorations” contains 5 syllables, divided as dete · rior · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deteriorations" have?
"deteriorations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deteriorations" into syllables?
"deteriorations" is divided into syllables as: dete · rior · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "deteriorations"?
The Scrabble score for "deteriorations" is 15 points.
Using “deteriorations” in writing
"deteriorations" (dete · rior · 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, “deteriorations” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.