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How many syllables in “signification”?

5

syllables in "signification"

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Word details

Syllables

5

sign · ific · atio · n

Letters

13

s · i · g · n · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
i1
g2
n1
i1
f4
i1
c3
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “signification

The word signification contains 5 syllables, divided as sign · ific · atio · n. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "signification" have?

"signification" has 5 syllables.

How do you divide "signification" into syllables?

"signification" is divided into syllables as: sign · ific · atio · n.

What is the Scrabble score for "signification"?

The Scrabble score for "signification" is 19 points.

Using “signification” in writing

"signification" (sign · ific · 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, signification is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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