How many syllables in “legations”?
syllables in "legations"
Word details
Syllables
3
legat · ions
Letters
9
l · e · g · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “legations”
The word “legations” contains 3 syllables, divided as legat · ions. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legations" have?
"legations" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "legations" into syllables?
"legations" is divided into syllables as: legat · ions.
What is the Scrabble score for "legations"?
The Scrabble score for "legations" is 10 points.
Using “legations” in writing
Three-syllable words like "legations" (legat · ions) 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, “legations” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “legations”
The letters in “legations” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gelations.