How many syllables in “irascible”?
syllables in "irascible"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · as · ci · bl · e
Letters
9
i · r · a · s · c · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “irascible”
The word “irascible” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · as · ci · bl · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irascible" have?
"irascible" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irascible" into syllables?
"irascible" is divided into syllables as: ir · as · ci · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "irascible"?
The Scrabble score for "irascible" is 13 points.
Using “irascible” in writing
"irascible" (ir · as · ci · 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, “irascible” is worth 13 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.