How many syllables in “commissionaires”?
syllables in "commissionaires"
Word details
Syllables
5
comm · issi · onai · res
Letters
15
c · o · m · m · i · s · s · i · o · n · a · i · r · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “commissionaires”
The word “commissionaires” contains 5 syllables, divided as comm · issi · onai · res. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commissionaires" have?
"commissionaires" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "commissionaires" into syllables?
"commissionaires" is divided into syllables as: comm · issi · onai · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "commissionaires"?
The Scrabble score for "commissionaires" is 21 points.
Using “commissionaires” in writing
"commissionaires" (comm · issi · onai · res) 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, “commissionaires” 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.