How many syllables in “abridge”?
syllables in "abridge"
Word details
Syllables
2
abri · dge
Letters
7
a · b · r · i · d · g · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “abridge”
The word “abridge” contains 2 syllables, divided as abri · dge. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abridge" have?
"abridge" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abridge" into syllables?
"abridge" is divided into syllables as: abri · dge.
What is the Scrabble score for "abridge"?
The Scrabble score for "abridge" is 11 points.
Using “abridge” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abridge" (abri · dge) 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, “abridge” is worth 11 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 “abridge”
The letters in “abridge” can be rearranged to spell one other word: brigade.