How many syllables in “importunate”?
syllables in "importunate"
Word details
Syllables
4
imp · ort · una · te
Letters
11
i · m · p · o · r · t · u · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “importunate”
The word “importunate” contains 4 syllables, divided as imp · ort · una · te. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "importunate" have?
"importunate" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "importunate" into syllables?
"importunate" is divided into syllables as: imp · ort · una · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "importunate"?
The Scrabble score for "importunate" is 15 points.
Using “importunate” in writing
Four-syllable words like "importunate" (imp · ort · una · te) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “importunate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “importunate”
The letters in “importunate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: permutation.