How many syllables in “recommendations”?
syllables in "recommendations"
Word details
Syllables
5
reco · mmen · dati · ons
Letters
15
r · e · c · o · m · m · e · n · d · a · t · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “recommendations”
The word “recommendations” contains 5 syllables, divided as reco · mmen · dati · ons. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recommendations" have?
"recommendations" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recommendations" into syllables?
"recommendations" is divided into syllables as: reco · mmen · dati · ons.
What is the Scrabble score for "recommendations"?
The Scrabble score for "recommendations" is 22 points.
Using “recommendations” in writing
"recommendations" (reco · mmen · dati · ons) 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, “recommendations” 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.