How many syllables in “eradication”?
syllables in "eradication"
Word details
Syllables
5
era · dic · ati · on
Letters
11
e · r · a · d · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “eradication”
The word “eradication” contains 5 syllables, divided as era · dic · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eradication" have?
"eradication" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "eradication" into syllables?
"eradication" is divided into syllables as: era · dic · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "eradication"?
The Scrabble score for "eradication" is 14 points.
Using “eradication” in writing
"eradication" (era · dic · 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, “eradication” 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.