How many syllables in “abstemious”?
syllables in "abstemious"
Word details
Syllables
3
abste · mious
Letters
10
a · b · s · t · e · m · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “abstemious”
The word “abstemious” contains 3 syllables, divided as abste · mious. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abstemious" have?
"abstemious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "abstemious" into syllables?
"abstemious" is divided into syllables as: abste · mious.
What is the Scrabble score for "abstemious"?
The Scrabble score for "abstemious" is 14 points.
Using “abstemious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "abstemious" (abste · mious) 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, “abstemious” is worth 14 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.