How many syllables in “elicitation”?
syllables in "elicitation"
Word details
Syllables
5
eli · cit · ati · on
Letters
11
e · l · i · c · i · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “elicitation”
The word “elicitation” contains 5 syllables, divided as eli · cit · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elicitation" have?
"elicitation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "elicitation" into syllables?
"elicitation" is divided into syllables as: eli · cit · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "elicitation"?
The Scrabble score for "elicitation" is 13 points.
Using “elicitation” in writing
"elicitation" (eli · cit · 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, “elicitation” 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.