How many syllables in “recruitment”?
syllables in "recruitment"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · cruit · ment
Letters
11
r · e · c · r · u · i · t · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “recruitment”
The word “recruitment” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · cruit · ment. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recruitment" have?
"recruitment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "recruitment" into syllables?
"recruitment" is divided into syllables as: re · cruit · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "recruitment"?
The Scrabble score for "recruitment" is 15 points.
Using “recruitment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "recruitment" (re · cruit · ment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “recruitment” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.