How many syllables in “acquitting”?
syllables in "acquitting"
Word details
Syllables
3
ac · quit · ting
Letters
10
a · c · q · u · i · t · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “acquitting”
The word “acquitting” contains 3 syllables, divided as ac · quit · ting. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acquitting" have?
"acquitting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "acquitting" into syllables?
"acquitting" is divided into syllables as: ac · quit · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "acquitting"?
The Scrabble score for "acquitting" is 22 points.
Using “acquitting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "acquitting" (ac · quit · ting) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “acquitting” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.