How many syllables in “sensibility”?
syllables in "sensibility"
Word details
Syllables
5
sen · si · bi · li · ty
Letters
11
s · e · n · s · i · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “sensibility”
The word “sensibility” contains 5 syllables, divided as sen · si · bi · li · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sensibility" have?
"sensibility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "sensibility" into syllables?
"sensibility" is divided into syllables as: sen · si · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "sensibility"?
The Scrabble score for "sensibility" is 16 points.
Using “sensibility” in writing
"sensibility" (sen · si · bi · li · ty) 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, “sensibility” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.