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How many syllables in “abeyancy”?

3

syllables in "abeyancy"

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Word details

Syllables

3

a · beyan · cy

Letters

8

a · b · e · y · a · n · c · y

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
b3
e1
y4
a1
n1
c3
y4

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About the word “abeyancy

The word abeyancy contains 3 syllables, divided as a · beyan · cy. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "abeyancy" have?

"abeyancy" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "abeyancy" into syllables?

"abeyancy" is divided into syllables as: a · beyan · cy.

What is the Scrabble score for "abeyancy"?

The Scrabble score for "abeyancy" is 18 points.

Using “abeyancy” in writing

Three-syllable words like "abeyancy" (a · beyan · cy) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, abeyancy 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.

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