How many syllables in “commiseration”?
syllables in "commiseration"
Word details
Syllables
5
comm · iser · atio · n
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · i · s · e · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
19
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About the word “commiseration”
The word “commiseration” contains 5 syllables, divided as comm · iser · atio · n. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commiseration" have?
"commiseration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commiseration" into syllables?
"commiseration" is divided into syllables as: comm · iser · atio · n.
What is the Scrabble score for "commiseration"?
The Scrabble score for "commiseration" is 19 points.
Using “commiseration” in writing
"commiseration" (comm · iser · 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, “commiseration” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.