How many syllables in “accrual”?
syllables in "accrual"
Word details
Syllables
2
ac · crual
Letters
7
a · c · c · r · u · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “accrual”
The word “accrual” contains 2 syllables, divided as ac · crual. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accrual" have?
"accrual" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "accrual" into syllables?
"accrual" is divided into syllables as: ac · crual.
What is the Scrabble score for "accrual"?
The Scrabble score for "accrual" is 11 points.
Using “accrual” in writing
Two-syllable words like "accrual" (ac · crual) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “accrual” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “accrual”
The letters in “accrual” can be rearranged to spell one other word: caracul.