How many syllables in “acciaccatura”?
syllables in "acciaccatura"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ciac · ca · tu · ra
Letters
12
a · c · c · i · a · c · c · a · t · u · r · a
Scrabble
20
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About the word “acciaccatura”
The word “acciaccatura” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ciac · ca · tu · ra. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acciaccatura" have?
"acciaccatura" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acciaccatura" into syllables?
"acciaccatura" is divided into syllables as: ac · ciac · ca · tu · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "acciaccatura"?
The Scrabble score for "acciaccatura" is 20 points.
Using “acciaccatura” in writing
"acciaccatura" (ac · ciac · ca · tu · ra) 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, “acciaccatura” 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.