How many syllables in “disembarkation”?
syllables in "disembarkation"
Word details
Syllables
5
dise · mbar · kati · on
Letters
14
d · i · s · e · m · b · a · r · k · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
23
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About the word “disembarkation”
The word “disembarkation” contains 5 syllables, divided as dise · mbar · kati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disembarkation" have?
"disembarkation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disembarkation" into syllables?
"disembarkation" is divided into syllables as: dise · mbar · kati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "disembarkation"?
The Scrabble score for "disembarkation" is 23 points.
Using “disembarkation” in writing
"disembarkation" (dise · mbar · kati · 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, “disembarkation” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.