How many syllables in “reconnaissances”?
syllables in "reconnaissances"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · con · nais · san · ces
Letters
15
r · e · c · o · n · n · a · i · s · s · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “reconnaissances”
The word “reconnaissances” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · con · nais · san · ces. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reconnaissances" have?
"reconnaissances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "reconnaissances" into syllables?
"reconnaissances" is divided into syllables as: re · con · nais · san · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "reconnaissances"?
The Scrabble score for "reconnaissances" is 19 points.
Using “reconnaissances” in writing
"reconnaissances" (re · con · nais · san · ces) 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, “reconnaissances” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.