How many syllables in “edible”?
syllables in "edible"
Word details
Syllables
4
ed · ib · le
Letters
6
e · d · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “edible”
The word “edible” contains 4 syllables, divided as ed · ib · le. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "edible" have?
"edible" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "edible" into syllables?
"edible" is divided into syllables as: ed · ib · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "edible"?
The Scrabble score for "edible" is 9 points.
Using “edible” in writing
Four-syllable words like "edible" (ed · ib · le) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “edible” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “edible”
The letters in “edible” can be rearranged to spell one other word: belied.