How many syllables in “lamentable”?
syllables in "lamentable"
Word details
Syllables
5
la · me · nt · ab · le
Letters
10
l · a · m · e · n · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “lamentable”
The word “lamentable” contains 5 syllables, divided as la · me · nt · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lamentable" have?
"lamentable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "lamentable" into syllables?
"lamentable" is divided into syllables as: la · me · nt · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "lamentable"?
The Scrabble score for "lamentable" is 14 points.
Using “lamentable” in writing
"lamentable" (la · me · nt · 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, “lamentable” is worth 14 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.