How many syllables in “indispensably”?
syllables in "indispensably"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · di · spen · sa · bly
Letters
13
i · n · d · i · s · p · e · n · s · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “indispensably”
The word “indispensably” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · di · spen · sa · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indispensably" have?
"indispensably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indispensably" into syllables?
"indispensably" is divided into syllables as: in · di · spen · sa · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "indispensably"?
The Scrabble score for "indispensably" is 21 points.
Using “indispensably” in writing
"indispensably" (in · di · spen · sa · 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, “indispensably” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.