How many syllables in “origination”?
syllables in "origination"
Word details
Syllables
5
ori · gin · ati · on
Letters
11
o · r · i · g · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
12
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About the word “origination”
The word “origination” contains 5 syllables, divided as ori · gin · ati · on. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "origination" have?
"origination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "origination" into syllables?
"origination" is divided into syllables as: ori · gin · ati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "origination"?
The Scrabble score for "origination" is 12 points.
Using “origination” in writing
"origination" (ori · gin · ati · on) 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, “origination” is worth 12 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.