How many syllables in “inefficacious”?
syllables in "inefficacious"
Word details
Syllables
5
inef · fica · ciou · s
Letters
13
i · n · e · f · f · i · c · a · c · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “inefficacious”
The word “inefficacious” contains 5 syllables, divided as inef · fica · ciou · s. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inefficacious" have?
"inefficacious" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inefficacious" into syllables?
"inefficacious" is divided into syllables as: inef · fica · ciou · s.
What is the Scrabble score for "inefficacious"?
The Scrabble score for "inefficacious" is 23 points.
Using “inefficacious” in writing
"inefficacious" (inef · fica · ciou · s) 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, “inefficacious” 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.