How many syllables in “detonations”?
syllables in "detonations"
Word details
Syllables
4
deto · nati · ons
Letters
11
d · e · t · o · n · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
12
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About the word “detonations”
The word “detonations” contains 4 syllables, divided as deto · nati · ons. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "detonations" have?
"detonations" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "detonations" into syllables?
"detonations" is divided into syllables as: deto · nati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "detonations"?
The Scrabble score for "detonations" is 12 points.
Using “detonations” in writing
Four-syllable words like "detonations" (deto · nati · ons) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “detonations” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “detonations”
The letters in “detonations” can be rearranged to spell one other word: denotations.