How many syllables in “incivilities”?
syllables in "incivilities"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · ci · vi · li · ties
Letters
12
i · n · c · i · v · i · l · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “incivilities”
The word “incivilities” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · ci · vi · li · ties. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incivilities" have?
"incivilities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incivilities" into syllables?
"incivilities" is divided into syllables as: in · ci · vi · li · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "incivilities"?
The Scrabble score for "incivilities" is 17 points.
Using “incivilities” in writing
"incivilities" (in · ci · vi · li · ties) 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, “incivilities” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.