How many syllables in “disabilities”?
syllables in "disabilities"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sa · bi · li · ties
Letters
12
d · i · s · a · b · i · l · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “disabilities”
The word “disabilities” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sa · bi · li · ties. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disabilities" have?
"disabilities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disabilities" into syllables?
"disabilities" is divided into syllables as: di · sa · bi · li · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "disabilities"?
The Scrabble score for "disabilities" is 15 points.
Using “disabilities” in writing
"disabilities" (di · sa · bi · li · ties) 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, “disabilities” 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.