How many syllables in “effaceable”?
syllables in "effaceable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ef · fa · ce · ab · le
Letters
10
e · f · f · a · c · e · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “effaceable”
The word “effaceable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ef · fa · ce · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "effaceable" have?
"effaceable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "effaceable" into syllables?
"effaceable" is divided into syllables as: ef · fa · ce · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "effaceable"?
The Scrabble score for "effaceable" is 20 points.
Using “effaceable” in writing
"effaceable" (ef · fa · ce · 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, “effaceable” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.