How many syllables in “susceptible”?
syllables in "susceptible"
Word details
Syllables
5
sus · cep · tib · le
Letters
11
s · u · s · c · e · p · t · i · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “susceptible”
The word “susceptible” contains 5 syllables, divided as sus · cep · tib · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "susceptible" have?
"susceptible" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "susceptible" into syllables?
"susceptible" is divided into syllables as: sus · cep · tib · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "susceptible"?
The Scrabble score for "susceptible" is 17 points.
Using “susceptible” in writing
"susceptible" (sus · cep · tib · 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, “susceptible” 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.