How many syllables in “echolocation”?
syllables in "echolocation"
Word details
Syllables
5
ech · olo · cat · ion
Letters
12
e · c · h · o · l · o · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “echolocation”
The word “echolocation” contains 5 syllables, divided as ech · olo · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "echolocation" have?
"echolocation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "echolocation" into syllables?
"echolocation" is divided into syllables as: ech · olo · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "echolocation"?
The Scrabble score for "echolocation" is 19 points.
Using “echolocation” in writing
"echolocation" (ech · olo · cat · ion) 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, “echolocation” 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.