How many syllables in “discrimination”?
syllables in "discrimination"
Word details
Syllables
5
disc · rimi · nati · on
Letters
14
d · i · s · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “discrimination”
The word “discrimination” contains 5 syllables, divided as disc · rimi · nati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discrimination" have?
"discrimination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discrimination" into syllables?
"discrimination" is divided into syllables as: disc · rimi · nati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "discrimination"?
The Scrabble score for "discrimination" is 19 points.
Using “discrimination” in writing
"discrimination" (disc · rimi · nati · on) 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, “discrimination” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.