How many syllables in “tractability”?
syllables in "tractability"
Word details
Syllables
5
trac · ta · bi · li · ty
Letters
12
t · r · a · c · t · a · b · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “tractability”
The word “tractability” contains 5 syllables, divided as trac · ta · bi · li · ty. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tractability" have?
"tractability" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "tractability" into syllables?
"tractability" is divided into syllables as: trac · ta · bi · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "tractability"?
The Scrabble score for "tractability" is 19 points.
Using “tractability” in writing
"tractability" (trac · ta · bi · li · ty) 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, “tractability” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.