How many syllables in “cherishable”?
syllables in "cherishable"
Word details
Syllables
5
che · ris · hab · le
Letters
11
c · h · e · r · i · s · h · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cherishable”
The word “cherishable” contains 5 syllables, divided as che · ris · hab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cherishable" have?
"cherishable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cherishable" into syllables?
"cherishable" is divided into syllables as: che · ris · hab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "cherishable"?
The Scrabble score for "cherishable" is 21 points.
Using “cherishable” in writing
"cherishable" (che · ris · hab · 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, “cherishable” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.