How many syllables in “regrettable”?
syllables in "regrettable"
Word details
Syllables
5
reg · ret · tab · le
Letters
11
r · e · g · r · e · t · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “regrettable”
The word “regrettable” contains 5 syllables, divided as reg · ret · tab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "regrettable" have?
"regrettable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "regrettable" into syllables?
"regrettable" is divided into syllables as: reg · ret · tab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "regrettable"?
The Scrabble score for "regrettable" is 14 points.
Using “regrettable” in writing
"regrettable" (reg · ret · tab · 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, “regrettable” 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.