How many syllables in “recommittal”?
syllables in "recommittal"
Word details
Syllables
4
re · com · mit · tal
Letters
11
r · e · c · o · m · m · i · t · t · a · l
Scrabble
17
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About the word “recommittal”
The word “recommittal” contains 4 syllables, divided as re · com · mit · tal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recommittal" have?
"recommittal" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "recommittal" into syllables?
"recommittal" is divided into syllables as: re · com · mit · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "recommittal"?
The Scrabble score for "recommittal" is 17 points.
Using “recommittal” in writing
Four-syllable words like "recommittal" (re · com · mit · tal) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “recommittal” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.