How many syllables in “eligible”?
syllables in "eligible"
Word details
Syllables
5
el · ig · ib · le
Letters
8
e · l · i · g · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “eligible”
The word “eligible” contains 5 syllables, divided as el · ig · ib · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "eligible" have?
"eligible" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "eligible" into syllables?
"eligible" is divided into syllables as: el · ig · ib · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "eligible"?
The Scrabble score for "eligible" is 11 points.
Using “eligible” in writing
"eligible" (el · ig · ib · 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, “eligible” is worth 11 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.