How many syllables in “vulnerable”?
syllables in "vulnerable"
Word details
Syllables
5
vu · ln · er · ab · le
Letters
10
v · u · l · n · e · r · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “vulnerable”
The word “vulnerable” contains 5 syllables, divided as vu · ln · er · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vulnerable" have?
"vulnerable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "vulnerable" into syllables?
"vulnerable" is divided into syllables as: vu · ln · er · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "vulnerable"?
The Scrabble score for "vulnerable" is 15 points.
Using “vulnerable” in writing
"vulnerable" (vu · ln · er · ab · 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, “vulnerable” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.