How many syllables in “inefficiency”?
syllables in "inefficiency"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nef · fi · cien · cy
Letters
12
i · n · e · f · f · i · c · i · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “inefficiency”
The word “inefficiency” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nef · fi · cien · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inefficiency" have?
"inefficiency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inefficiency" into syllables?
"inefficiency" is divided into syllables as: i · nef · fi · cien · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "inefficiency"?
The Scrabble score for "inefficiency" is 25 points.
Using “inefficiency” in writing
"inefficiency" (i · nef · fi · cien · cy) 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, “inefficiency” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.