How many syllables in “serviceable”?
syllables in "serviceable"
Word details
Syllables
5
ser · vic · eab · le
Letters
11
s · e · r · v · i · c · e · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “serviceable”
The word “serviceable” contains 5 syllables, divided as ser · vic · eab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "serviceable" have?
"serviceable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "serviceable" into syllables?
"serviceable" is divided into syllables as: ser · vic · eab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "serviceable"?
The Scrabble score for "serviceable" is 18 points.
Using “serviceable” in writing
"serviceable" (ser · vic · eab · 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, “serviceable” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “serviceable”
The letters in “serviceable” can be rearranged to spell one other word: receivables.