How many syllables in “refrigeration”?
syllables in "refrigeration"
Word details
Syllables
5
refr · iger · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · f · r · i · g · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “refrigeration”
The word “refrigeration” contains 5 syllables, divided as refr · iger · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "refrigeration" have?
"refrigeration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "refrigeration" into syllables?
"refrigeration" is divided into syllables as: refr · iger · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "refrigeration"?
The Scrabble score for "refrigeration" is 17 points.
Using “refrigeration” in writing
"refrigeration" (refr · iger · 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, “refrigeration” 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.