How many syllables in “tergiversation”?
syllables in "tergiversation"
Word details
Syllables
5
terg · iver · sati · on
Letters
14
t · e · r · g · i · v · e · r · s · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “tergiversation”
The word “tergiversation” contains 5 syllables, divided as terg · iver · sati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tergiversation" have?
"tergiversation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tergiversation" into syllables?
"tergiversation" is divided into syllables as: terg · iver · sati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "tergiversation"?
The Scrabble score for "tergiversation" is 18 points.
Using “tergiversation” in writing
"tergiversation" (terg · iver · sati · on) 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, “tergiversation” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “tergiversation”
The letters in “tergiversation” can be rearranged to spell one other word: interrogatives.