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How many syllables in “adobos”?

3

syllables in "adobos"

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Word details

Syllables

3

a · do · bos

Letters

6

a · d · o · b · o · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
d2
o1
b3
o1
s1

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About the word “adobos

The word adobos contains 3 syllables, divided as a · do · bos. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "adobos" have?

"adobos" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "adobos" into syllables?

"adobos" is divided into syllables as: a · do · bos.

What is the Scrabble score for "adobos"?

The Scrabble score for "adobos" is 9 points.

Using “adobos” in writing

Three-syllable words like "adobos" (a · do · bos) 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, adobos is worth 9 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.

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