How many syllables in “honourable”?
syllables in "honourable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · no · ur · ab · le
Letters
10
h · o · n · o · u · r · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “honourable”
The word “honourable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · no · ur · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "honourable" have?
"honourable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "honourable" into syllables?
"honourable" is divided into syllables as: ho · no · ur · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "honourable"?
The Scrabble score for "honourable" is 15 points.
Using “honourable” in writing
"honourable" (ho · no · ur · 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, “honourable” 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.