How many syllables in “reforestation”?
syllables in "reforestation"
Word details
Syllables
5
refo · rest · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · f · o · r · e · s · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “reforestation”
The word “reforestation” contains 5 syllables, divided as refo · rest · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reforestation" have?
"reforestation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reforestation" into syllables?
"reforestation" is divided into syllables as: refo · rest · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "reforestation"?
The Scrabble score for "reforestation" is 16 points.
Using “reforestation” in writing
"reforestation" (refo · rest · 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, “reforestation” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.