How many syllables in “indelible”?
syllables in "indelible"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · li · bl · e
Letters
9
i · n · d · e · l · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “indelible”
The word “indelible” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · li · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indelible" have?
"indelible" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indelible" into syllables?
"indelible" is divided into syllables as: in · de · li · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "indelible"?
The Scrabble score for "indelible" is 12 points.
Using “indelible” in writing
"indelible" (in · de · li · bl · e) 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, “indelible” 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.