How many syllables in “multiplication”?
syllables in "multiplication"
Word details
Syllables
5
mul · ti · pli · ca · tion
Letters
14
m · u · l · t · i · p · l · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “multiplication”
The word “multiplication” contains 5 syllables, divided as mul · ti · pli · ca · tion. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "multiplication" have?
"multiplication" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "multiplication" into syllables?
"multiplication" is divided into syllables as: mul · ti · pli · ca · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "multiplication"?
The Scrabble score for "multiplication" is 20 points.
Using “multiplication” in writing
"multiplication" (mul · ti · pli · ca · tion) 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, “multiplication” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.