How many syllables in “governable”?
syllables in "governable"
Word details
Syllables
5
go · ve · rn · ab · le
Letters
10
g · o · v · e · r · n · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “governable”
The word “governable” contains 5 syllables, divided as go · ve · rn · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "governable" have?
"governable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "governable" into syllables?
"governable" is divided into syllables as: go · ve · rn · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "governable"?
The Scrabble score for "governable" is 16 points.
Using “governable” in writing
"governable" (go · ve · rn · 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, “governable” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.