How many syllables in “transportable”?
syllables in "transportable"
Word details
Syllables
5
tra · nsp · ort · abl · e
Letters
13
t · r · a · n · s · p · o · r · t · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “transportable”
The word “transportable” contains 5 syllables, divided as tra · nsp · ort · abl · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "transportable" have?
"transportable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "transportable" into syllables?
"transportable" is divided into syllables as: tra · nsp · ort · abl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "transportable"?
The Scrabble score for "transportable" is 17 points.
Using “transportable” in writing
"transportable" (tra · nsp · ort · abl · e) 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, “transportable” 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.