How many syllables in “inconsiderate”?
syllables in "inconsiderate"
Word details
Syllables
5
inc · ons · ide · rat · e
Letters
13
i · n · c · o · n · s · i · d · e · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “inconsiderate”
The word “inconsiderate” contains 5 syllables, divided as inc · ons · ide · rat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inconsiderate" have?
"inconsiderate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inconsiderate" into syllables?
"inconsiderate" is divided into syllables as: inc · ons · ide · rat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "inconsiderate"?
The Scrabble score for "inconsiderate" is 16 points.
Using “inconsiderate” in writing
"inconsiderate" (inc · ons · ide · rat · e) 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, “inconsiderate” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “inconsiderate”
The letters in “inconsiderate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: containerised.