How many syllables in “abracadabra”?
syllables in "abracadabra"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bra · ca · da · bra
Letters
11
a · b · r · a · c · a · d · a · b · r · a
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “abracadabra”
The word “abracadabra” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bra · ca · da · bra. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abracadabra" have?
"abracadabra" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abracadabra" into syllables?
"abracadabra" is divided into syllables as: a · bra · ca · da · bra.
What is the Scrabble score for "abracadabra"?
The Scrabble score for "abracadabra" is 18 points.
Using “abracadabra” in writing
"abracadabra" (a · bra · ca · da · bra) 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, “abracadabra” 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.