How many syllables in “forgivable”?
syllables in "forgivable"
Word details
Syllables
5
fo · rg · iv · ab · le
Letters
10
f · o · r · g · i · v · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “forgivable”
The word “forgivable” contains 5 syllables, divided as fo · rg · iv · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "forgivable" have?
"forgivable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "forgivable" into syllables?
"forgivable" is divided into syllables as: fo · rg · iv · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "forgivable"?
The Scrabble score for "forgivable" is 19 points.
Using “forgivable” in writing
"forgivable" (fo · rg · iv · ab · le) 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, “forgivable” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.