How many syllables in “abseiled”?
syllables in "abseiled"
Word details
Syllables
2
abse · iled
Letters
8
a · b · s · e · i · l · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “abseiled”
The word “abseiled” contains 2 syllables, divided as abse · iled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abseiled" have?
"abseiled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "abseiled" into syllables?
"abseiled" is divided into syllables as: abse · iled.
What is the Scrabble score for "abseiled"?
The Scrabble score for "abseiled" is 11 points.
Using “abseiled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "abseiled" (abse · iled) 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, “abseiled” 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 “abseiled”
The letters in “abseiled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: beladies.