How many syllables in “encouragement”?
syllables in "encouragement"
Word details
Syllables
5
en · cou · ra · ge · ment
Letters
13
e · n · c · o · u · r · a · g · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
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About the word “encouragement”
The word “encouragement” contains 5 syllables, divided as en · cou · ra · ge · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "encouragement" have?
"encouragement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "encouragement" into syllables?
"encouragement" is divided into syllables as: en · cou · ra · ge · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "encouragement"?
The Scrabble score for "encouragement" is 18 points.
Using “encouragement” in writing
"encouragement" (en · cou · ra · ge · ment) 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, “encouragement” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.