How many syllables in “accelerating”?
syllables in "accelerating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ce · le · ra · ting
Letters
12
a · c · c · e · l · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “accelerating”
The word “accelerating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ce · le · ra · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accelerating" have?
"accelerating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accelerating" into syllables?
"accelerating" is divided into syllables as: ac · ce · le · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "accelerating"?
The Scrabble score for "accelerating" is 17 points.
Using “accelerating” in writing
"accelerating" (ac · ce · le · ra · ting) 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, “accelerating” 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.