How many syllables in “legibility”?
syllables in "legibility"
Word details
Syllables
5
le · gi · bi · li · ty
Letters
10
l · e · g · i · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “legibility”
The word “legibility” contains 5 syllables, divided as le · gi · bi · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "legibility" have?
"legibility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "legibility" into syllables?
"legibility" is divided into syllables as: le · gi · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "legibility"?
The Scrabble score for "legibility" is 16 points.
Using “legibility” in writing
"legibility" (le · gi · bi · li · ty) 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, “legibility” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.