How many syllables in “abode”?
syllables in "abode"
Word details
Syllables
2
abo · de
Letters
5
a · b · o · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “abode”
The word “abode” contains 2 syllables, divided as abo · de. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abode" have?
"abode" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abode" into syllables?
"abode" is divided into syllables as: abo · de.
What is the Scrabble score for "abode"?
The Scrabble score for "abode" is 8 points.
Using “abode” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abode" (abo · de) 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, “abode” is worth 8 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 “abode”
The letters in “abode” can be rearranged to spell one other word: adobe.