How many syllables in “ponderable”?
syllables in "ponderable"
Word details
Syllables
5
po · nd · er · ab · le
Letters
10
p · o · n · d · e · r · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “ponderable”
The word “ponderable” contains 5 syllables, divided as po · nd · er · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ponderable" have?
"ponderable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ponderable" into syllables?
"ponderable" is divided into syllables as: po · nd · er · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "ponderable"?
The Scrabble score for "ponderable" is 15 points.
Using “ponderable” in writing
"ponderable" (po · nd · er · 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, “ponderable” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.