How many syllables in “commendable”?
syllables in "commendable"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · men · dab · le
Letters
11
c · o · m · m · e · n · d · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “commendable”
The word “commendable” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · men · dab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commendable" have?
"commendable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commendable" into syllables?
"commendable" is divided into syllables as: com · men · dab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "commendable"?
The Scrabble score for "commendable" is 20 points.
Using “commendable” in writing
"commendable" (com · men · dab · le) 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, “commendable” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.