How many syllables in “telecommuting”?
syllables in "telecommuting"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · le · com · mu · ting
Letters
13
t · e · l · e · c · o · m · m · u · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “telecommuting”
The word “telecommuting” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · le · com · mu · ting. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telecommuting" have?
"telecommuting" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telecommuting" into syllables?
"telecommuting" is divided into syllables as: te · le · com · mu · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "telecommuting"?
The Scrabble score for "telecommuting" is 20 points.
Using “telecommuting” in writing
"telecommuting" (te · le · com · mu · ting) 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, “telecommuting” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.