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How many syllables in “enabled”?

2

syllables in "enabled"

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Word details

Syllables

2

enab · led

Letters

7

e · n · a · b · l · e · d

Scrabble

10

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

e1
n1
a1
b3
l1
e1
d2

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About the word “enabled

The word enabled contains 2 syllables, divided as enab · led. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "enabled" have?

"enabled" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "enabled" into syllables?

"enabled" is divided into syllables as: enab · led.

What is the Scrabble score for "enabled"?

The Scrabble score for "enabled" is 10 points.

Using “enabled” in writing

Two-syllable words like "enabled" (enab · led) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, enabled is worth 10 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.

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