How many syllables in “stupefaction”?
syllables in "stupefaction"
Word details
Syllables
4
stup · efac · tion
Letters
12
s · t · u · p · e · f · a · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “stupefaction”
The word “stupefaction” contains 4 syllables, divided as stup · efac · tion. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "stupefaction" have?
"stupefaction" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "stupefaction" into syllables?
"stupefaction" is divided into syllables as: stup · efac · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "stupefaction"?
The Scrabble score for "stupefaction" is 19 points.
Using “stupefaction” in writing
Four-syllable words like "stupefaction" (stup · efac · tion) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “stupefaction” 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.