How many syllables in “commemoration”?
syllables in "commemoration"
Word details
Syllables
5
comm · emor · atio · n
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · e · m · o · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
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About the word “commemoration”
The word “commemoration” contains 5 syllables, divided as comm · emor · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commemoration" have?
"commemoration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commemoration" into syllables?
"commemoration" is divided into syllables as: comm · emor · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "commemoration"?
The Scrabble score for "commemoration" is 21 points.
Using “commemoration” in writing
"commemoration" (comm · emor · atio · n) 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, “commemoration” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.