How many syllables in “able”?
syllables in "able"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · ble
Letters
4
a · b · l · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “able”
The word “able” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · ble. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "able" have?
"able" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "able" into syllables?
"able" is divided into syllables as: a · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "able"?
The Scrabble score for "able" is 6 points.
Using “able” in writing
Three-syllable words like "able" (a · ble) 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, “able” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “able”
The letters in “able” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bale, blae.