How many syllables in “interrogation”?
syllables in "interrogation"
Word details
Syllables
5
inte · rrog · atio · n
Letters
13
i · n · t · e · r · r · o · g · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
14
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About the word “interrogation”
The word “interrogation” contains 5 syllables, divided as inte · rrog · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "interrogation" have?
"interrogation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "interrogation" into syllables?
"interrogation" is divided into syllables as: inte · rrog · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "interrogation"?
The Scrabble score for "interrogation" is 14 points.
Using “interrogation” in writing
"interrogation" (inte · rrog · 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, “interrogation” 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.