How many syllables in “abbas”?
syllables in "abbas"
Word details
Syllables
2
ab · bas
Letters
5
a · b · b · a · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “abbas”
The word “abbas” contains 2 syllables, divided as ab · bas. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abbas" have?
"abbas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abbas" into syllables?
"abbas" is divided into syllables as: ab · bas.
What is the Scrabble score for "abbas"?
The Scrabble score for "abbas" is 9 points.
Using “abbas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abbas" (ab · bas) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “abbas” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “abbas”
The letters in “abbas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: babas.