How many syllables in “communicating”?
syllables in "communicating"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · mu · ni · ca · ting
Letters
13
c · o · m · m · u · n · i · c · a · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “communicating”
The word “communicating” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · mu · ni · ca · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "communicating" have?
"communicating" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "communicating" into syllables?
"communicating" is divided into syllables as: com · mu · ni · ca · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "communicating"?
The Scrabble score for "communicating" is 22 points.
Using “communicating” in writing
"communicating" (com · mu · ni · ca · 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, “communicating” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.