How many syllables in “commender”?
syllables in "commender"
Word details
Syllables
3
com · men · der
Letters
9
c · o · m · m · e · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “commender”
The word “commender” contains 3 syllables, divided as com · men · der. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commender" have?
"commender" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "commender" into syllables?
"commender" is divided into syllables as: com · men · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "commender"?
The Scrabble score for "commender" is 16 points.
Using “commender” in writing
Three-syllable words like "commender" (com · men · der) 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, “commender” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “commender”
The letters in “commender” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recommend.