How many syllables in “flabellate”?
syllables in "flabellate"
Word details
Syllables
3
flab · ella · te
Letters
10
f · l · a · b · e · l · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “flabellate”
The word “flabellate” contains 3 syllables, divided as flab · ella · te. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flabellate" have?
"flabellate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "flabellate" into syllables?
"flabellate" is divided into syllables as: flab · ella · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "flabellate"?
The Scrabble score for "flabellate" is 15 points.
Using “flabellate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "flabellate" (flab · ella · te) 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, “flabellate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.