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