How many syllables in “imbecility”?
syllables in "imbecility"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · be · ci · li · ty
Letters
10
i · m · b · e · c · i · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “imbecility”
The word “imbecility” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · be · ci · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imbecility" have?
"imbecility" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imbecility" into syllables?
"imbecility" is divided into syllables as: im · be · ci · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "imbecility"?
The Scrabble score for "imbecility" is 19 points.
Using “imbecility” in writing
"imbecility" (im · be · ci · 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, “imbecility” 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.