How many syllables in “discriminations”?
syllables in "discriminations"
Word details
Syllables
5
disc · rimi · nati · ons
Letters
15
d · i · s · c · r · i · m · i · n · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “discriminations”
The word “discriminations” contains 5 syllables, divided as disc · rimi · nati · ons. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "discriminations" have?
"discriminations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "discriminations" into syllables?
"discriminations" is divided into syllables as: disc · rimi · nati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "discriminations"?
The Scrabble score for "discriminations" is 20 points.
Using “discriminations” in writing
"discriminations" (disc · rimi · nati · ons) 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, “discriminations” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.