How many syllables in “acceleration”?
syllables in "acceleration"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ce · le · ra · tion
Letters
12
a · c · c · e · l · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
16
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About the word “acceleration”
The word “acceleration” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ce · le · ra · tion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acceleration" have?
"acceleration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acceleration" into syllables?
"acceleration" is divided into syllables as: ac · ce · le · ra · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "acceleration"?
The Scrabble score for "acceleration" is 16 points.
Using “acceleration” in writing
"acceleration" (ac · ce · le · ra · tion) 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, “acceleration” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.