How many syllables in “prevarications”?
syllables in "prevarications"
Word details
Syllables
5
prev · aric · atio · ns
Letters
14
p · r · e · v · a · r · i · c · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “prevarications”
The word “prevarications” contains 5 syllables, divided as prev · aric · atio · ns. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prevarications" have?
"prevarications" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "prevarications" into syllables?
"prevarications" is divided into syllables as: prev · aric · atio · ns.
What is the Scrabble score for "prevarications"?
The Scrabble score for "prevarications" is 21 points.
Using “prevarications” in writing
"prevarications" (prev · aric · atio · ns) 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, “prevarications” 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.