How many syllables in “indescribably”?
syllables in "indescribably"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · scri · ba · bly
Letters
13
i · n · d · e · s · c · r · i · b · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “indescribably”
The word “indescribably” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · scri · ba · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indescribably" have?
"indescribably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indescribably" into syllables?
"indescribably" is divided into syllables as: in · de · scri · ba · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "indescribably"?
The Scrabble score for "indescribably" is 23 points.
Using “indescribably” in writing
"indescribably" (in · de · scri · ba · 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, “indescribably” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.