How many syllables in “fabulist”?
syllables in "fabulist"
Word details
Syllables
3
fa · bu · list
Letters
8
f · a · b · u · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “fabulist”
The word “fabulist” contains 3 syllables, divided as fa · bu · list. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fabulist" have?
"fabulist" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "fabulist" into syllables?
"fabulist" is divided into syllables as: fa · bu · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "fabulist"?
The Scrabble score for "fabulist" is 13 points.
Using “fabulist” in writing
Three-syllable words like "fabulist" (fa · bu · list) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “fabulist” is worth 13 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.