How many syllables in “intoxication”?
syllables in "intoxication"
Word details
Syllables
5
int · oxi · cat · ion
Letters
12
i · n · t · o · x · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “intoxication”
The word “intoxication” contains 5 syllables, divided as int · oxi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "intoxication" have?
"intoxication" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "intoxication" into syllables?
"intoxication" is divided into syllables as: int · oxi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "intoxication"?
The Scrabble score for "intoxication" is 21 points.
Using “intoxication” in writing
"intoxication" (int · oxi · cat · 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, “intoxication” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.