How many syllables in “avoidable”?
syllables in "avoidable"
Word details
Syllables
5
av · oi · da · bl · e
Letters
9
a · v · o · i · d · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “avoidable”
The word “avoidable” contains 5 syllables, divided as av · oi · da · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "avoidable" have?
"avoidable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "avoidable" into syllables?
"avoidable" is divided into syllables as: av · oi · da · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "avoidable"?
The Scrabble score for "avoidable" is 15 points.
Using “avoidable” in writing
"avoidable" (av · oi · da · 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, “avoidable” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.