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How many syllables in “subclassification”?

6

syllables in "subclassification"

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Word details

Syllables

6

subc · lass · ific · atio · n

Letters

17

s · u · b · c · l · a · s · s · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n

Scrabble

26

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
b3
c3
l1
a1
s1
s1
i1
f4
i1
c3
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1

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About the word “subclassification

The word subclassification contains 6 syllables, divided as subc · lass · ific · atio · n. It has 17 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "subclassification" have?

"subclassification" has 6 syllables.

How do you divide "subclassification" into syllables?

"subclassification" is divided into syllables as: subc · lass · ific · atio · n.

What is the Scrabble score for "subclassification"?

The Scrabble score for "subclassification" is 26 points.

Using “subclassification” in writing

With 6 syllables, "subclassification" (subc · lass · ific · atio · n) is a long, complex word that adds sophistication and weight to writing. In strict poetic forms like iambic pentameter (10 syllables per line), a word this long dominates the line. In prose, it signals formality or technical precision.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, subclassification is worth 26 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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