How many syllables in “accommodating”?
syllables in "accommodating"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · com · mo · da · ting
Letters
13
a · c · c · o · m · m · o · d · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “accommodating”
The word “accommodating” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · com · mo · da · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accommodating" have?
"accommodating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accommodating" into syllables?
"accommodating" is divided into syllables as: ac · com · mo · da · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "accommodating"?
The Scrabble score for "accommodating" is 23 points.
Using “accommodating” in writing
"accommodating" (ac · com · mo · da · 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, “accommodating” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.