How many syllables in “retrogradations”?
syllables in "retrogradations"
Word details
Syllables
5
retr · ogra · dati · ons
Letters
15
r · e · t · r · o · g · r · a · d · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “retrogradations”
The word “retrogradations” contains 5 syllables, divided as retr · ogra · dati · ons. It has 15 letters.
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How many syllables does "retrogradations" have?
"retrogradations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "retrogradations" into syllables?
"retrogradations" is divided into syllables as: retr · ogra · dati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "retrogradations"?
The Scrabble score for "retrogradations" is 17 points.
Using “retrogradations” in writing
"retrogradations" (retr · ogra · dati · ons) 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, “retrogradations” 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.