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How many syllables in “sorption”?

2

syllables in "sorption"

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Word details

Syllables

2

sorption

Letters

8

s · o · r · p · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
o1
r1
p3
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “sorption

The word sorption contains 2 syllables, divided as sorption. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sorption" have?

"sorption" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "sorption" into syllables?

"sorption" is divided into syllables as: sorption.

What is the Scrabble score for "sorption"?

The Scrabble score for "sorption" is 10 points.

Using “sorption” in writing

Two-syllable words like "sorption" (sorption) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, sorption is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

Anagrams of “sorption

The letters in sorption can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: portions, positron.

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