How many syllables in “supportable”?
syllables in "supportable"
Word details
Syllables
5
sup · por · tab · le
Letters
11
s · u · p · p · o · r · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “supportable”
The word “supportable” contains 5 syllables, divided as sup · por · tab · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "supportable" have?
"supportable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "supportable" into syllables?
"supportable" is divided into syllables as: sup · por · tab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "supportable"?
The Scrabble score for "supportable" is 17 points.
Using “supportable” in writing
"supportable" (sup · por · 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, “supportable” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.