How many syllables in “excitation”?
syllables in "excitation"
Word details
Syllables
4
exci · tati · on
Letters
10
e · x · c · i · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “excitation”
The word “excitation” contains 4 syllables, divided as exci · tati · on. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "excitation" have?
"excitation" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "excitation" into syllables?
"excitation" is divided into syllables as: exci · tati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "excitation"?
The Scrabble score for "excitation" is 19 points.
Using “excitation” in writing
Four-syllable words like "excitation" (exci · tati · on) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “excitation” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “excitation”
The letters in “excitation” can be rearranged to spell one other word: intoxicate.