How many syllables in “recalculation”?
syllables in "recalculation"
Word details
Syllables
5
reca · lcul · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · c · a · l · c · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “recalculation”
The word “recalculation” contains 5 syllables, divided as reca · lcul · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recalculation" have?
"recalculation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recalculation" into syllables?
"recalculation" is divided into syllables as: reca · lcul · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "recalculation"?
The Scrabble score for "recalculation" is 17 points.
Using “recalculation” in writing
"recalculation" (reca · lcul · 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, “recalculation” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.