How many syllables in “ejectment”?
syllables in "ejectment"
Word details
Syllables
3
e · jec · tment
Letters
9
e · j · e · c · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “ejectment”
The word “ejectment” contains 3 syllables, divided as e · jec · tment. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ejectment" have?
"ejectment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ejectment" into syllables?
"ejectment" is divided into syllables as: e · jec · tment.
What is the Scrabble score for "ejectment"?
The Scrabble score for "ejectment" is 20 points.
Using “ejectment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ejectment" (e · jec · tment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ejectment” 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.