How many syllables in “surmountable”?
syllables in "surmountable"
Word details
Syllables
5
sur · mou · nta · ble
Letters
12
s · u · r · m · o · u · n · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
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About the word “surmountable”
The word “surmountable” contains 5 syllables, divided as sur · mou · nta · ble. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "surmountable" have?
"surmountable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "surmountable" into syllables?
"surmountable" is divided into syllables as: sur · mou · nta · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "surmountable"?
The Scrabble score for "surmountable" is 16 points.
Using “surmountable” in writing
"surmountable" (sur · mou · nta · ble) 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, “surmountable” 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.