How many syllables in “accouterment”?
syllables in "accouterment"
Word details
Syllables
4
ac · cou · ter · ment
Letters
12
a · c · c · o · u · t · e · r · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “accouterment”
The word “accouterment” contains 4 syllables, divided as ac · cou · ter · ment. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accouterment" have?
"accouterment" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "accouterment" into syllables?
"accouterment" is divided into syllables as: ac · cou · ter · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "accouterment"?
The Scrabble score for "accouterment" is 18 points.
Using “accouterment” in writing
Four-syllable words like "accouterment" (ac · cou · ter · ment) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “accouterment” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “accouterment”
The letters in “accouterment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: accoutrement.