How many syllables in “abridgment”?
syllables in "abridgment"
Word details
Syllables
3
a · brid · gment
Letters
10
a · b · r · i · d · g · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “abridgment”
The word “abridgment” contains 3 syllables, divided as a · brid · gment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abridgment" have?
"abridgment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abridgment" into syllables?
"abridgment" is divided into syllables as: a · brid · gment.
What is the Scrabble score for "abridgment"?
The Scrabble score for "abridgment" is 16 points.
Using “abridgment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abridgment" (a · brid · gment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “abridgment” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.