How many syllables in “acceptable”?
syllables in "acceptable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ac · ce · pt · ab · le
Letters
10
a · c · c · e · p · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “acceptable”
The word “acceptable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ac · ce · pt · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acceptable" have?
"acceptable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acceptable" into syllables?
"acceptable" is divided into syllables as: ac · ce · pt · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "acceptable"?
The Scrabble score for "acceptable" is 18 points.
Using “acceptable” in writing
"acceptable" (ac · ce · pt · ab · le) 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, “acceptable” 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.