How many syllables in “immoderation”?
syllables in "immoderation"
Word details
Syllables
5
imm · ode · rat · ion
Letters
12
i · m · m · o · d · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “immoderation”
The word “immoderation” contains 5 syllables, divided as imm · ode · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "immoderation" have?
"immoderation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "immoderation" into syllables?
"immoderation" is divided into syllables as: imm · ode · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "immoderation"?
The Scrabble score for "immoderation" is 17 points.
Using “immoderation” in writing
"immoderation" (imm · ode · rat · ion) 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, “immoderation” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.