How many syllables in “inconsolably”?
syllables in "inconsolably"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · con · so · la · bly
Letters
12
i · n · c · o · n · s · o · l · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “inconsolably”
The word “inconsolably” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · con · so · la · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inconsolably" have?
"inconsolably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inconsolably" into syllables?
"inconsolably" is divided into syllables as: in · con · so · la · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inconsolably"?
The Scrabble score for "inconsolably" is 19 points.
Using “inconsolably” in writing
"inconsolably" (in · con · so · la · bly) 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, “inconsolably” 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.