How many syllables in “maladaptation”?
syllables in "maladaptation"
Word details
Syllables
5
mala · dapt · atio · n
Letters
13
m · a · l · a · d · a · p · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “maladaptation”
The word “maladaptation” contains 5 syllables, divided as mala · dapt · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maladaptation" have?
"maladaptation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "maladaptation" into syllables?
"maladaptation" is divided into syllables as: mala · dapt · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "maladaptation"?
The Scrabble score for "maladaptation" is 18 points.
Using “maladaptation” in writing
"maladaptation" (mala · dapt · 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, “maladaptation” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.