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How many syllables in “successions”?

3

syllables in "successions"

successions
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Word details

Syllables

3

succes · sions

Letters

11

s · u · c · c · e · s · s · i · o · n · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
c3
c3
e1
s1
s1
i1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “successions

The word successions contains 3 syllables, divided as succes · sions. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "successions" have?

"successions" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "successions" into syllables?

"successions" is divided into syllables as: succes · sions.

What is the Scrabble score for "successions"?

The Scrabble score for "successions" is 15 points.

Using “successions” in writing

Three-syllable words like "successions" (succes · sions) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, successions is worth 15 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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