How many syllables in “flammability”?
syllables in "flammability"
Word details
Syllables
5
flam · ma · bi · li · ty
Letters
12
f · l · a · m · m · a · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “flammability”
The word “flammability” contains 5 syllables, divided as flam · ma · bi · li · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flammability" have?
"flammability" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "flammability" into syllables?
"flammability" is divided into syllables as: flam · ma · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "flammability"?
The Scrabble score for "flammability" is 24 points.
Using “flammability” in writing
"flammability" (flam · ma · bi · li · ty) 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, “flammability” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.