How many syllables in “recombination”?
syllables in "recombination"
Word details
Syllables
5
reco · mbin · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · c · o · m · b · i · n · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “recombination”
The word “recombination” contains 5 syllables, divided as reco · mbin · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recombination" have?
"recombination" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recombination" into syllables?
"recombination" is divided into syllables as: reco · mbin · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "recombination"?
The Scrabble score for "recombination" is 19 points.
Using “recombination” in writing
"recombination" (reco · mbin · 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, “recombination” 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.