How many syllables in “believable”?
syllables in "believable"
Word details
Syllables
5
be · li · ev · ab · le
Letters
10
b · e · l · i · e · v · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “believable”
The word “believable” contains 5 syllables, divided as be · li · ev · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "believable" have?
"believable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "believable" into syllables?
"believable" is divided into syllables as: be · li · ev · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "believable"?
The Scrabble score for "believable" is 17 points.
Using “believable” in writing
"believable" (be · li · ev · 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, “believable” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.