How many syllables in “incompletely”?
syllables in "incompletely"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · com · ple · te · ly
Letters
12
i · n · c · o · m · p · l · e · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “incompletely”
The word “incompletely” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · com · ple · te · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incompletely" have?
"incompletely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incompletely" into syllables?
"incompletely" is divided into syllables as: in · com · ple · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incompletely"?
The Scrabble score for "incompletely" is 21 points.
Using “incompletely” in writing
"incompletely" (in · com · ple · te · ly) 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, “incompletely” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.