How many syllables in “cableways”?
syllables in "cableways"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · ble · ways
Letters
9
c · a · b · l · e · w · a · y · s
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “cableways”
The word “cableways” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · ble · ways. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cableways" have?
"cableways" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cableways" into syllables?
"cableways" is divided into syllables as: ca · ble · ways.
What is the Scrabble score for "cableways"?
The Scrabble score for "cableways" is 19 points.
Using “cableways” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cableways" (ca · ble · ways) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cableways” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.