How many syllables in “incompetently”?
syllables in "incompetently"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · com · pe · ten · tly
Letters
13
i · n · c · o · m · p · e · t · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “incompetently”
The word “incompetently” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · com · pe · ten · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incompetently" have?
"incompetently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incompetently" into syllables?
"incompetently" is divided into syllables as: in · com · pe · ten · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incompetently"?
The Scrabble score for "incompetently" is 22 points.
Using “incompetently” in writing
"incompetently" (in · com · pe · ten · tly) 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, “incompetently” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.