How many syllables in “commiserating”?
syllables in "commiserating"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mi · se · ra · ting
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · i · s · e · r · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “commiserating”
The word “commiserating” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mi · se · ra · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commiserating" have?
"commiserating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commiserating" into syllables?
"commiserating" is divided into syllables as: com · mi · se · ra · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "commiserating"?
The Scrabble score for "commiserating" is 20 points.
Using “commiserating” in writing
"commiserating" (com · mi · se · ra · ting) 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, “commiserating” 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.