How many syllables in “accumulated”?
syllables in "accumulated"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · cu · mu · la · ted
Letters
11
a · c · c · u · m · u · l · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “accumulated”
The word “accumulated” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · cu · mu · la · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accumulated" have?
"accumulated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accumulated" into syllables?
"accumulated" is divided into syllables as: ac · cu · mu · la · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "accumulated"?
The Scrabble score for "accumulated" is 18 points.
Using “accumulated” in writing
"accumulated" (ac · cu · mu · la · ted) 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, “accumulated” 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.