How many syllables in “decommissioning”?
syllables in "decommissioning"
Word details
Syllables
5
deco · mmis · sion · ing
Letters
15
d · e · c · o · m · m · i · s · s · i · o · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “decommissioning”
The word “decommissioning” contains 5 syllables, divided as deco · mmis · sion · ing. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "decommissioning" have?
"decommissioning" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "decommissioning" into syllables?
"decommissioning" is divided into syllables as: deco · mmis · sion · ing.
What is the Scrabble score for "decommissioning"?
The Scrabble score for "decommissioning" is 23 points.
Using “decommissioning” in writing
"decommissioning" (deco · mmis · sion · ing) 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, “decommissioning” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.