How many syllables in “abnormality”?
syllables in "abnormality"
Word details
Syllables
5
ab · nor · ma · li · ty
Letters
11
a · b · n · o · r · m · a · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “abnormality”
The word “abnormality” contains 5 syllables, divided as ab · nor · ma · li · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abnormality" have?
"abnormality" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abnormality" into syllables?
"abnormality" is divided into syllables as: ab · nor · ma · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "abnormality"?
The Scrabble score for "abnormality" is 18 points.
Using “abnormality” in writing
"abnormality" (ab · nor · ma · li · ty) 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, “abnormality” 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.