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How many syllables in “trephinations”?

4

syllables in "trephinations"

trephinations
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Word details

Syllables

4

treph · inati · ons

Letters

13

t · r · e · p · h · i · n · a · t · i · o · n · s

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
r1
e1
p3
h4
i1
n1
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “trephinations

The word trephinations contains 4 syllables, divided as treph · inati · ons. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "trephinations" have?

"trephinations" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "trephinations" into syllables?

"trephinations" is divided into syllables as: treph · inati · ons.

What is the Scrabble score for "trephinations"?

The Scrabble score for "trephinations" is 18 points.

Using “trephinations” in writing

Four-syllable words like "trephinations" (treph · inati · ons) 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, trephinations 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.

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