How many syllables in “favorable”?
syllables in "favorable"
Word details
Syllables
5
fa · vo · ra · bl · e
Letters
9
f · a · v · o · r · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “favorable”
The word “favorable” contains 5 syllables, divided as fa · vo · ra · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "favorable" have?
"favorable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "favorable" into syllables?
"favorable" is divided into syllables as: fa · vo · ra · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "favorable"?
The Scrabble score for "favorable" is 17 points.
Using “favorable” in writing
"favorable" (fa · vo · ra · bl · e) 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, “favorable” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.