How many syllables in “accelerator”?
syllables in "accelerator"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ce · le · ra · tor
Letters
11
a · c · c · e · l · e · r · a · t · o · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “accelerator”
The word “accelerator” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ce · le · ra · tor. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accelerator" have?
"accelerator" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accelerator" into syllables?
"accelerator" is divided into syllables as: ac · ce · le · ra · tor.
What is the Scrabble score for "accelerator"?
The Scrabble score for "accelerator" is 15 points.
Using “accelerator” in writing
"accelerator" (ac · ce · le · ra · tor) 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, “accelerator” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.