How many syllables in “practicable”?
syllables in "practicable"
Word details
Syllables
5
pra · cti · cab · le
Letters
11
p · r · a · c · t · i · c · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “practicable”
The word “practicable” contains 5 syllables, divided as pra · cti · cab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "practicable" have?
"practicable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "practicable" into syllables?
"practicable" is divided into syllables as: pra · cti · cab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "practicable"?
The Scrabble score for "practicable" is 19 points.
Using “practicable” in writing
"practicable" (pra · cti · cab · 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, “practicable” 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.