How many syllables in “accoutrement”?
syllables in "accoutrement"
Word details
Syllables
4
ac · cou · tre · ment
Letters
12
a · c · c · o · u · t · r · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
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About the word “accoutrement”
The word “accoutrement” contains 4 syllables, divided as ac · cou · tre · ment. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accoutrement" have?
"accoutrement" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "accoutrement" into syllables?
"accoutrement" is divided into syllables as: ac · cou · tre · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "accoutrement"?
The Scrabble score for "accoutrement" is 18 points.
Using “accoutrement” in writing
Four-syllable words like "accoutrement" (ac · cou · tre · 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, “accoutrement” 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 “accoutrement”
The letters in “accoutrement” can be rearranged to spell one other word: accouterment.