How many syllables in “redistribution”?
syllables in "redistribution"
Word details
Syllables
5
redi · stri · buti · on
Letters
14
r · e · d · i · s · t · r · i · b · u · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “redistribution”
The word “redistribution” contains 5 syllables, divided as redi · stri · buti · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redistribution" have?
"redistribution" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "redistribution" into syllables?
"redistribution" is divided into syllables as: redi · stri · buti · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "redistribution"?
The Scrabble score for "redistribution" is 17 points.
Using “redistribution” in writing
"redistribution" (redi · stri · buti · on) 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, “redistribution” 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.