How many syllables in “adaptable”?
syllables in "adaptable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · ap · ta · bl · e
Letters
9
a · d · a · p · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “adaptable”
The word “adaptable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · ap · ta · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adaptable" have?
"adaptable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adaptable" into syllables?
"adaptable" is divided into syllables as: ad · ap · ta · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "adaptable"?
The Scrabble score for "adaptable" is 14 points.
Using “adaptable” in writing
"adaptable" (ad · ap · ta · bl · e) 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, “adaptable” 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.