How many syllables in “petrification”?
syllables in "petrification"
Word details
Syllables
5
petr · ific · atio · n
Letters
13
p · e · t · r · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “petrification”
The word “petrification” contains 5 syllables, divided as petr · ific · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petrification" have?
"petrification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "petrification" into syllables?
"petrification" is divided into syllables as: petr · ific · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "petrification"?
The Scrabble score for "petrification" is 20 points.
Using “petrification” in writing
"petrification" (petr · ific · 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, “petrification” 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.