How many syllables in “impeccable”?
syllables in "impeccable"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · pe · cc · ab · le
Letters
10
i · m · p · e · c · c · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “impeccable”
The word “impeccable” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · pe · cc · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impeccable" have?
"impeccable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impeccable" into syllables?
"impeccable" is divided into syllables as: im · pe · cc · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "impeccable"?
The Scrabble score for "impeccable" is 20 points.
Using “impeccable” in writing
"impeccable" (im · pe · cc · 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, “impeccable” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.