How many syllables in “pacification”?
syllables in "pacification"
Word details
Syllables
5
pac · ifi · cat · ion
Letters
12
p · a · c · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “pacification”
The word “pacification” contains 5 syllables, divided as pac · ifi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pacification" have?
"pacification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "pacification" into syllables?
"pacification" is divided into syllables as: pac · ifi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "pacification"?
The Scrabble score for "pacification" is 21 points.
Using “pacification” in writing
"pacification" (pac · ifi · cat · 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, “pacification” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.