How many syllables in “telecommuter”?
syllables in "telecommuter"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · le · com · mu · ter
Letters
12
t · e · l · e · c · o · m · m · u · t · e · r
Scrabble
18
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About the word “telecommuter”
The word “telecommuter” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · le · com · mu · ter. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telecommuter" have?
"telecommuter" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telecommuter" into syllables?
"telecommuter" is divided into syllables as: te · le · com · mu · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "telecommuter"?
The Scrabble score for "telecommuter" is 18 points.
Using “telecommuter” in writing
"telecommuter" (te · le · com · mu · ter) 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, “telecommuter” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.