How many syllables in “incarceration”?
syllables in "incarceration"
Word details
Syllables
5
inca · rcer · atio · n
Letters
13
i · n · c · a · r · c · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “incarceration”
The word “incarceration” contains 5 syllables, divided as inca · rcer · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incarceration" have?
"incarceration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incarceration" into syllables?
"incarceration" is divided into syllables as: inca · rcer · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "incarceration"?
The Scrabble score for "incarceration" is 17 points.
Using “incarceration” in writing
"incarceration" (inca · rcer · atio · n) 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, “incarceration” 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.