How many syllables in “adobe”?
syllables in "adobe"
Word details
Syllables
2
ado · be
Letters
5
a · d · o · b · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “adobe”
The word “adobe” contains 2 syllables, divided as ado · be. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adobe" have?
"adobe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "adobe" into syllables?
"adobe" is divided into syllables as: ado · be.
What is the Scrabble score for "adobe"?
The Scrabble score for "adobe" is 8 points.
Using “adobe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "adobe" (ado · be) 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, “adobe” is worth 8 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 “adobe”
The letters in “adobe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: abode.