How many syllables in “vilification”?
syllables in "vilification"
Word details
Syllables
5
vil · ifi · cat · ion
Letters
12
v · i · l · i · f · i · c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “vilification”
The word “vilification” contains 5 syllables, divided as vil · ifi · cat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vilification" have?
"vilification" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vilification" into syllables?
"vilification" is divided into syllables as: vil · ifi · cat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "vilification"?
The Scrabble score for "vilification" is 20 points.
Using “vilification” in writing
"vilification" (vil · 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, “vilification” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.