How many syllables in “applaudable”?
syllables in "applaudable"
Word details
Syllables
5
app · lau · dab · le
Letters
11
a · p · p · l · a · u · d · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “applaudable”
The word “applaudable” contains 5 syllables, divided as app · lau · dab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "applaudable" have?
"applaudable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "applaudable" into syllables?
"applaudable" is divided into syllables as: app · lau · dab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "applaudable"?
The Scrabble score for "applaudable" is 18 points.
Using “applaudable” in writing
"applaudable" (app · lau · dab · 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, “applaudable” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.