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