How many syllables in “comportment”?
syllables in "comportment"
Word details
Syllables
3
com · por · tment
Letters
11
c · o · m · p · o · r · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “comportment”
The word “comportment” contains 3 syllables, divided as com · por · tment. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "comportment" have?
"comportment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "comportment" into syllables?
"comportment" is divided into syllables as: com · por · tment.
What is the Scrabble score for "comportment"?
The Scrabble score for "comportment" is 19 points.
Using “comportment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "comportment" (com · por · tment) 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, “comportment” 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.