How many syllables in “elaboration”?
syllables in "elaboration"
Word details
Syllables
5
ela · bor · ati · on
Letters
11
e · l · a · b · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
13
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About the word “elaboration”
The word “elaboration” contains 5 syllables, divided as ela · bor · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elaboration" have?
"elaboration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elaboration" into syllables?
"elaboration" is divided into syllables as: ela · bor · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "elaboration"?
The Scrabble score for "elaboration" is 13 points.
Using “elaboration” in writing
"elaboration" (ela · bor · 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, “elaboration” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.