How many syllables in “inadequacies”?
syllables in "inadequacies"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · na · de · qua · cies
Letters
12
i · n · a · d · e · q · u · a · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “inadequacies”
The word “inadequacies” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · na · de · qua · cies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inadequacies" have?
"inadequacies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inadequacies" into syllables?
"inadequacies" is divided into syllables as: i · na · de · qua · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "inadequacies"?
The Scrabble score for "inadequacies" is 24 points.
Using “inadequacies” in writing
"inadequacies" (i · na · de · qua · cies) 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, “inadequacies” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.