How many syllables in “portability”?
syllables in "portability"
Word details
Syllables
5
por · ta · bi · li · ty
Letters
11
p · o · r · t · a · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “portability”
The word “portability” contains 5 syllables, divided as por · ta · bi · li · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "portability" have?
"portability" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "portability" into syllables?
"portability" is divided into syllables as: por · ta · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "portability"?
The Scrabble score for "portability" is 18 points.
Using “portability” in writing
"portability" (por · ta · 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, “portability” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.