How many syllables in “gentrifications”?
syllables in "gentrifications"
Word details
Syllables
5
gent · rifi · cati · ons
Letters
15
g · e · n · t · r · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “gentrifications”
The word “gentrifications” contains 5 syllables, divided as gent · rifi · cati · ons. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gentrifications" have?
"gentrifications" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "gentrifications" into syllables?
"gentrifications" is divided into syllables as: gent · rifi · cati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "gentrifications"?
The Scrabble score for "gentrifications" is 21 points.
Using “gentrifications” in writing
"gentrifications" (gent · rifi · cati · ons) 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, “gentrifications” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.