How many syllables in “purification”?
syllables in "purification"
Word details
Syllables
5
pur · ifi · cat · ion
Letters
12
p · u · r · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “purification”
The word “purification” contains 5 syllables, divided as pur · ifi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "purification" have?
"purification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "purification" into syllables?
"purification" is divided into syllables as: pur · ifi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "purification"?
The Scrabble score for "purification" is 19 points.
Using “purification” in writing
"purification" (pur · 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, “purification” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.