How many syllables in “command”?
syllables in "command"
Word details
Syllables
2
com · mand
Letters
7
c · o · m · m · a · n · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “command”
The word “command” contains 2 syllables, divided as com · mand. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "command" have?
"command" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "command" into syllables?
"command" is divided into syllables as: com · mand.
What is the Scrabble score for "command"?
The Scrabble score for "command" is 14 points.
Using “command” in writing
Two-syllable words like "command" (com · mand) 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, “command” is worth 14 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.