How many syllables in “recyclable”?
syllables in "recyclable"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · cy · cl · ab · le
Letters
10
r · e · c · y · c · l · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “recyclable”
The word “recyclable” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · cy · cl · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "recyclable" have?
"recyclable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "recyclable" into syllables?
"recyclable" is divided into syllables as: re · cy · cl · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "recyclable"?
The Scrabble score for "recyclable" is 19 points.
Using “recyclable” in writing
"recyclable" (re · cy · cl · 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, “recyclable” 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.