How many syllables in “intercalations”?
syllables in "intercalations"
Word details
Syllables
5
inte · rcal · atio · ns
Letters
14
i · n · t · e · r · c · a · l · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “intercalations”
The word “intercalations” contains 5 syllables, divided as inte · rcal · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intercalations" have?
"intercalations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intercalations" into syllables?
"intercalations" is divided into syllables as: inte · rcal · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "intercalations"?
The Scrabble score for "intercalations" is 16 points.
Using “intercalations” in writing
"intercalations" (inte · rcal · atio · ns) 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, “intercalations” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.