How many syllables in “accruals”?
syllables in "accruals"
Word details
Syllables
2
ac · cruals
Letters
8
a · c · c · r · u · a · l · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “accruals”
The word “accruals” contains 2 syllables, divided as ac · cruals. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accruals" have?
"accruals" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "accruals" into syllables?
"accruals" is divided into syllables as: ac · cruals.
What is the Scrabble score for "accruals"?
The Scrabble score for "accruals" is 12 points.
Using “accruals” in writing
Two-syllable words like "accruals" (ac · cruals) 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, “accruals” is worth 12 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 “accruals”
The letters in “accruals” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: caraculs, saccular.