How many syllables in “ejaculation”?
syllables in "ejaculation"
Word details
Syllables
5
eja · cul · ati · on
Letters
11
e · j · a · c · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “ejaculation”
The word “ejaculation” contains 5 syllables, divided as eja · cul · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ejaculation" have?
"ejaculation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ejaculation" into syllables?
"ejaculation" is divided into syllables as: eja · cul · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "ejaculation"?
The Scrabble score for "ejaculation" is 20 points.
Using “ejaculation” in writing
"ejaculation" (eja · cul · ati · 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, “ejaculation” 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.