How many syllables in “incontestably”?
syllables in "incontestably"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · con · te · sta · bly
Letters
13
i · n · c · o · n · t · e · s · t · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “incontestably”
The word “incontestably” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · con · te · sta · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "incontestably" have?
"incontestably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "incontestably" into syllables?
"incontestably" is divided into syllables as: in · con · te · sta · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "incontestably"?
The Scrabble score for "incontestably" is 20 points.
Using “incontestably” in writing
"incontestably" (in · con · te · sta · 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, “incontestably” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.