How many syllables in “cancelable”?
syllables in "cancelable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · nc · el · ab · le
Letters
10
c · a · n · c · e · l · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cancelable”
The word “cancelable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · nc · el · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cancelable" have?
"cancelable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cancelable" into syllables?
"cancelable" is divided into syllables as: ca · nc · el · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "cancelable"?
The Scrabble score for "cancelable" is 16 points.
Using “cancelable” in writing
"cancelable" (ca · nc · el · 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, “cancelable” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.