How many syllables in “gabelled”?
syllables in "gabelled"
Word details
Syllables
2
gabe · lled
Letters
8
g · a · b · e · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “gabelled”
The word “gabelled” contains 2 syllables, divided as gabe · lled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gabelled" have?
"gabelled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gabelled" into syllables?
"gabelled" is divided into syllables as: gabe · lled.
What is the Scrabble score for "gabelled"?
The Scrabble score for "gabelled" is 12 points.
Using “gabelled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gabelled" (gabe · lled) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gabelled” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “gabelled”
The letters in “gabelled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: begalled.