How many syllables in “disability”?
syllables in "disability"
Word details
Syllables
5
di · sa · bi · li · ty
Letters
10
d · i · s · a · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “disability”
The word “disability” contains 5 syllables, divided as di · sa · bi · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "disability" have?
"disability" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "disability" into syllables?
"disability" is divided into syllables as: di · sa · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "disability"?
The Scrabble score for "disability" is 16 points.
Using “disability” in writing
"disability" (di · sa · bi · li · ty) 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, “disability” 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.