How many syllables in “liveability”?
syllables in "liveability"
Word details
Syllables
5
li · vea · bi · li · ty
Letters
11
l · i · v · e · a · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “liveability”
The word “liveability” contains 5 syllables, divided as li · vea · bi · li · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "liveability" have?
"liveability" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "liveability" into syllables?
"liveability" is divided into syllables as: li · vea · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "liveability"?
The Scrabble score for "liveability" is 19 points.
Using “liveability” in writing
"liveability" (li · vea · 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, “liveability” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.