How many syllables in “tabernacle”?
syllables in "tabernacle"
Word details
Syllables
5
ta · be · rn · ac · le
Letters
10
t · a · b · e · r · n · a · c · l · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “tabernacle”
The word “tabernacle” contains 5 syllables, divided as ta · be · rn · ac · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tabernacle" have?
"tabernacle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tabernacle" into syllables?
"tabernacle" is divided into syllables as: ta · be · rn · ac · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "tabernacle"?
The Scrabble score for "tabernacle" is 14 points.
Using “tabernacle” in writing
"tabernacle" (ta · be · rn · ac · 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, “tabernacle” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.