How many syllables in “importunely”?
syllables in "importunely"
Word details
Syllables
5
im · por · tu · ne · ly
Letters
11
i · m · p · o · r · t · u · n · e · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “importunely”
The word “importunely” contains 5 syllables, divided as im · por · tu · ne · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "importunely" have?
"importunely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "importunely" into syllables?
"importunely" is divided into syllables as: im · por · tu · ne · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "importunely"?
The Scrabble score for "importunely" is 18 points.
Using “importunely” in writing
"importunely" (im · por · tu · ne · 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, “importunely” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.