How many syllables in “recommendation”?
syllables in "recommendation"
Word details
Syllables
5
reco · mmen · dati · on
Letters
14
r · e · c · o · m · m · e · n · d · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “recommendation”
The word “recommendation” contains 5 syllables, divided as reco · mmen · dati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recommendation" have?
"recommendation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recommendation" into syllables?
"recommendation" is divided into syllables as: reco · mmen · dati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "recommendation"?
The Scrabble score for "recommendation" is 21 points.
Using “recommendation” in writing
"recommendation" (reco · mmen · dati · on) 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, “recommendation” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.