How many syllables in “telecommuters”?
syllables in "telecommuters"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · le · com · mu · ters
Letters
13
t · e · l · e · c · o · m · m · u · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “telecommuters”
The word “telecommuters” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · le · com · mu · ters. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telecommuters" have?
"telecommuters" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telecommuters" into syllables?
"telecommuters" is divided into syllables as: te · le · com · mu · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "telecommuters"?
The Scrabble score for "telecommuters" is 19 points.
Using “telecommuters” in writing
"telecommuters" (te · le · com · mu · ters) 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, “telecommuters” 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.