How many syllables in “approachable”?
syllables in "approachable"
Word details
Syllables
5
app · roa · cha · ble
Letters
12
a · p · p · r · o · a · c · h · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “approachable”
The word “approachable” contains 5 syllables, divided as app · roa · cha · ble. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "approachable" have?
"approachable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "approachable" into syllables?
"approachable" is divided into syllables as: app · roa · cha · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "approachable"?
The Scrabble score for "approachable" is 23 points.
Using “approachable” in writing
"approachable" (app · roa · cha · ble) 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, “approachable” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.