How many syllables in “impolitical”?
syllables in "impolitical"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · po · li · ti · cal
Letters
11
i · m · p · o · l · i · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
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About the word “impolitical”
The word “impolitical” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · po · li · ti · cal. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impolitical" have?
"impolitical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "impolitical" into syllables?
"impolitical" is divided into syllables as: im · po · li · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "impolitical"?
The Scrabble score for "impolitical" is 17 points.
Using “impolitical” in writing
"impolitical" (im · po · li · ti · cal) 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, “impolitical” 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.