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How many syllables in “sable”?

3

syllables in "sable"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sa · bl · e

Letters

5

s · a · b · l · e

Scrabble

7

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
a1
b3
l1
e1

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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.

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