How many syllables in “accompaniment”?
syllables in "accompaniment"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · com · pa · ni · ment
Letters
13
a · c · c · o · m · p · a · n · i · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “accompaniment”
The word “accompaniment” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · com · pa · ni · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accompaniment" have?
"accompaniment" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accompaniment" into syllables?
"accompaniment" is divided into syllables as: ac · com · pa · ni · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "accompaniment"?
The Scrabble score for "accompaniment" is 23 points.
Using “accompaniment” in writing
"accompaniment" (ac · com · pa · ni · ment) 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, “accompaniment” 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.