How many syllables in “inefficacies”?
syllables in "inefficacies"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nef · fi · ca · cies
Letters
12
i · n · e · f · f · i · c · a · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “inefficacies”
The word “inefficacies” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nef · fi · ca · cies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inefficacies" have?
"inefficacies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inefficacies" into syllables?
"inefficacies" is divided into syllables as: i · nef · fi · ca · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "inefficacies"?
The Scrabble score for "inefficacies" is 22 points.
Using “inefficacies” in writing
"inefficacies" (i · nef · fi · ca · cies) 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, “inefficacies” 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.