How many syllables in “usably”?
syllables in "usably"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · sa · bly
Letters
6
u · s · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “usably”
The word “usably” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · sa · bly. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "usably" have?
"usably" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "usably" into syllables?
"usably" is divided into syllables as: u · sa · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "usably"?
The Scrabble score for "usably" is 11 points.
Using “usably” in writing
Three-syllable words like "usably" (u · sa · bly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “usably” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “usably”
The letters in “usably” can be rearranged to spell one other word: suably.