How many syllables in “vituperation”?
syllables in "vituperation"
Word details
Syllables
5
vit · upe · rat · ion
Letters
12
v · i · t · u · p · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “vituperation”
The word “vituperation” contains 5 syllables, divided as vit · upe · rat · ion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vituperation" have?
"vituperation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vituperation" into syllables?
"vituperation" is divided into syllables as: vit · upe · rat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "vituperation"?
The Scrabble score for "vituperation" is 17 points.
Using “vituperation” in writing
"vituperation" (vit · upe · rat · 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, “vituperation” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.