How many syllables in “commissioner”?
syllables in "commissioner"
Word details
Syllables
4
comm · issi · oner
Letters
12
c · o · m · m · i · s · s · i · o · n · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “commissioner”
The word “commissioner” contains 4 syllables, divided as comm · issi · oner. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commissioner" have?
"commissioner" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "commissioner" into syllables?
"commissioner" is divided into syllables as: comm · issi · oner.
What is the Scrabble score for "commissioner"?
The Scrabble score for "commissioner" is 18 points.
Using “commissioner” in writing
Four-syllable words like "commissioner" (comm · issi · oner) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “commissioner” is worth 18 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 “commissioner”
The letters in “commissioner” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recommission.