How many syllables in “abort”?
syllables in "abort"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · bort
Letters
5
a · b · o · r · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “abort”
The word “abort” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · bort. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abort" have?
"abort" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abort" into syllables?
"abort" is divided into syllables as: a · bort.
What is the Scrabble score for "abort"?
The Scrabble score for "abort" is 7 points.
Using “abort” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abort" (a · bort) 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, “abort” is worth 7 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 “abort”
The letters in “abort” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: boart, tabor.