How many syllables in “imperceptibly”?
syllables in "imperceptibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · per · cep · ti · bly
Letters
13
i · m · p · e · r · c · e · p · t · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “imperceptibly”
The word “imperceptibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · per · cep · ti · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "imperceptibly" have?
"imperceptibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "imperceptibly" into syllables?
"imperceptibly" is divided into syllables as: im · per · cep · ti · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "imperceptibly"?
The Scrabble score for "imperceptibly" is 26 points.
Using “imperceptibly” in writing
"imperceptibly" (im · per · cep · ti · bly) 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, “imperceptibly” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.