How many syllables in “resuscitation”?
syllables in "resuscitation"
Word details
Syllables
5
resu · scit · atio · n
Letters
13
r · e · s · u · s · c · i · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “resuscitation”
The word “resuscitation” contains 5 syllables, divided as resu · scit · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resuscitation" have?
"resuscitation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "resuscitation" into syllables?
"resuscitation" is divided into syllables as: resu · scit · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "resuscitation"?
The Scrabble score for "resuscitation" is 15 points.
Using “resuscitation” in writing
"resuscitation" (resu · scit · 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, “resuscitation” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.