How many syllables in “incommensurate”?
syllables in "incommensurate"
Word details
Syllables
5
inc · omm · ens · ura · te
Letters
14
i · n · c · o · m · m · e · n · s · u · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “incommensurate”
The word “incommensurate” contains 5 syllables, divided as inc · omm · ens · ura · te. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incommensurate" have?
"incommensurate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incommensurate" into syllables?
"incommensurate" is divided into syllables as: inc · omm · ens · ura · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "incommensurate"?
The Scrabble score for "incommensurate" is 20 points.
Using “incommensurate” in writing
"incommensurate" (inc · omm · ens · ura · te) 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, “incommensurate” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.