How many syllables in “uglification”?
syllables in "uglification"
Word details
Syllables
5
ugl · ifi · cat · ion
Letters
12
u · g · l · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
18
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About the word “uglification”
The word “uglification” contains 5 syllables, divided as ugl · ifi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uglification" have?
"uglification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "uglification" into syllables?
"uglification" is divided into syllables as: ugl · ifi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "uglification"?
The Scrabble score for "uglification" is 18 points.
Using “uglification” in writing
"uglification" (ugl · ifi · cat · ion) 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, “uglification” 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.