How many syllables in “gentrification”?
syllables in "gentrification"
Word details
Syllables
5
gent · rifi · cati · on
Letters
14
g · e · n · t · r · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “gentrification”
The word “gentrification” contains 5 syllables, divided as gent · rifi · cati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gentrification" have?
"gentrification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gentrification" into syllables?
"gentrification" is divided into syllables as: gent · rifi · cati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "gentrification"?
The Scrabble score for "gentrification" is 20 points.
Using “gentrification” in writing
"gentrification" (gent · rifi · cati · 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, “gentrification” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.