How many syllables in “inaccuracy”?
syllables in "inaccuracy"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nac · cu · ra · cy
Letters
10
i · n · a · c · c · u · r · a · c · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “inaccuracy”
The word “inaccuracy” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nac · cu · ra · cy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inaccuracy" have?
"inaccuracy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inaccuracy" into syllables?
"inaccuracy" is divided into syllables as: i · nac · cu · ra · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "inaccuracy"?
The Scrabble score for "inaccuracy" is 19 points.
Using “inaccuracy” in writing
"inaccuracy" (i · nac · cu · ra · cy) 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, “inaccuracy” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.