How many syllables in “accountable”?
syllables in "accountable"
Word details
Syllables
5
acc · oun · tab · le
Letters
11
a · c · c · o · u · n · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “accountable”
The word “accountable” contains 5 syllables, divided as acc · oun · tab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "accountable" have?
"accountable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "accountable" into syllables?
"accountable" is divided into syllables as: acc · oun · tab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "accountable"?
The Scrabble score for "accountable" is 17 points.
Using “accountable” in writing
"accountable" (acc · oun · tab · 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, “accountable” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.