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