How many syllables in “abdicable”?
syllables in "abdicable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ab · di · ca · bl · e
Letters
9
a · b · d · i · c · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “abdicable”
The word “abdicable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ab · di · ca · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abdicable" have?
"abdicable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abdicable" into syllables?
"abdicable" is divided into syllables as: ab · di · ca · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "abdicable"?
The Scrabble score for "abdicable" is 16 points.
Using “abdicable” in writing
"abdicable" (ab · di · ca · bl · e) 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, “abdicable” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.