How many syllables in “incineration”?
syllables in "incineration"
Word details
Syllables
5
inc · ine · rat · ion
Letters
12
i · n · c · i · n · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
14
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About the word “incineration”
The word “incineration” contains 5 syllables, divided as inc · ine · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incineration" have?
"incineration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incineration" into syllables?
"incineration" is divided into syllables as: inc · ine · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "incineration"?
The Scrabble score for "incineration" is 14 points.
Using “incineration” in writing
"incineration" (inc · ine · 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, “incineration” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.