How many syllables in “impermissibly”?
syllables in "impermissibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · per · mis · si · bly
Letters
13
i · m · p · e · r · m · i · s · s · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “impermissibly”
The word “impermissibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · per · mis · si · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impermissibly" have?
"impermissibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impermissibly" into syllables?
"impermissibly" is divided into syllables as: im · per · mis · si · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "impermissibly"?
The Scrabble score for "impermissibly" is 24 points.
Using “impermissibly” in writing
"impermissibly" (im · per · mis · si · 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, “impermissibly” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.