How many syllables in “inadvertences”?
syllables in "inadvertences"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nad · ver · ten · ces
Letters
13
i · n · a · d · v · e · r · t · e · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “inadvertences”
The word “inadvertences” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nad · ver · ten · ces. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inadvertences" have?
"inadvertences" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inadvertences" into syllables?
"inadvertences" is divided into syllables as: i · nad · ver · ten · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "inadvertences"?
The Scrabble score for "inadvertences" is 19 points.
Using “inadvertences” in writing
"inadvertences" (i · nad · ver · ten · ces) 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, “inadvertences” 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.