How many syllables in “elaborations”?
syllables in "elaborations"
Word details
Syllables
5
ela · bor · ati · ons
Letters
12
e · l · a · b · o · r · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “elaborations”
The word “elaborations” contains 5 syllables, divided as ela · bor · ati · ons. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elaborations" have?
"elaborations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elaborations" into syllables?
"elaborations" is divided into syllables as: ela · bor · ati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "elaborations"?
The Scrabble score for "elaborations" is 14 points.
Using “elaborations” in writing
"elaborations" (ela · bor · ati · ons) 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, “elaborations” is worth 14 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.