How many syllables in “legitimation”?
syllables in "legitimation"
Word details
Syllables
5
leg · iti · mat · ion
Letters
12
l · e · g · i · t · i · m · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
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About the word “legitimation”
The word “legitimation” contains 5 syllables, divided as leg · iti · mat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legitimation" have?
"legitimation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legitimation" into syllables?
"legitimation" is divided into syllables as: leg · iti · mat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "legitimation"?
The Scrabble score for "legitimation" is 15 points.
Using “legitimation” in writing
"legitimation" (leg · iti · mat · 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, “legitimation” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.