How many syllables in “inefficiently”?
syllables in "inefficiently"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nef · fi · cien · tly
Letters
13
i · n · e · f · f · i · c · i · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “inefficiently”
The word “inefficiently” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nef · fi · cien · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inefficiently" have?
"inefficiently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inefficiently" into syllables?
"inefficiently" is divided into syllables as: i · nef · fi · cien · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inefficiently"?
The Scrabble score for "inefficiently" is 24 points.
Using “inefficiently” in writing
"inefficiently" (i · nef · fi · cien · tly) 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, “inefficiently” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.