How many syllables in “inconveniently”?
syllables in "inconveniently"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · con · ve · nien · tly
Letters
14
i · n · c · o · n · v · e · n · i · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “inconveniently”
The word “inconveniently” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · con · ve · nien · tly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inconveniently" have?
"inconveniently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inconveniently" into syllables?
"inconveniently" is divided into syllables as: in · con · ve · nien · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inconveniently"?
The Scrabble score for "inconveniently" is 22 points.
Using “inconveniently” in writing
"inconveniently" (in · con · ve · nien · 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, “inconveniently” 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.