How many syllables in “sable”?
syllables in "sable"
Word details
Syllables
3
sa · bl · e
Letters
5
s · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “sable”
The word “sable” contains 3 syllables, divided as sa · bl · e. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sable" have?
"sable" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "sable" into syllables?
"sable" is divided into syllables as: sa · bl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "sable"?
The Scrabble score for "sable" is 7 points.
Using “sable” in writing
Three-syllable words like "sable" (sa · bl · e) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “sable” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “sable”
The letters in “sable” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: ables, bales, blase.