How many syllables in “commissure”?
syllables in "commissure"
Word details
Syllables
3
comm · issu · re
Letters
10
c · o · m · m · i · s · s · u · r · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “commissure”
The word “commissure” contains 3 syllables, divided as comm · issu · re. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "commissure" have?
"commissure" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "commissure" into syllables?
"commissure" is divided into syllables as: comm · issu · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "commissure"?
The Scrabble score for "commissure" is 16 points.
Using “commissure” in writing
Three-syllable words like "commissure" (comm · issu · re) 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, “commissure” 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.