How many syllables in “impolitely”?
syllables in "impolitely"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · po · li · te · ly
Letters
10
i · m · p · o · l · i · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “impolitely”
The word “impolitely” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · po · li · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impolitely" have?
"impolitely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impolitely" into syllables?
"impolitely" is divided into syllables as: im · po · li · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "impolitely"?
The Scrabble score for "impolitely" is 17 points.
Using “impolitely” in writing
"impolitely" (im · po · li · te · ly) 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, “impolitely” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.