How many syllables in “amicable”?
syllables in "amicable"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · ic · ab · le
Letters
8
a · m · i · c · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “amicable”
The word “amicable” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · ic · ab · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amicable" have?
"amicable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "amicable" into syllables?
"amicable" is divided into syllables as: am · ic · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "amicable"?
The Scrabble score for "amicable" is 14 points.
Using “amicable” in writing
"amicable" (am · ic · ab · 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, “amicable” 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.