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How many syllables in “lavation”?

3

syllables in "lavation"

lavation
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Word details

Syllables

3

lava · tion

Letters

8

l · a · v · a · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

l1
a1
v4
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “lavation

The word lavation contains 3 syllables, divided as lava · tion. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "lavation" have?

"lavation" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "lavation" into syllables?

"lavation" is divided into syllables as: lava · tion.

What is the Scrabble score for "lavation"?

The Scrabble score for "lavation" is 11 points.

Using “lavation” in writing

Three-syllable words like "lavation" (lava · tion) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, lavation is worth 11 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.

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