How many syllables in “inelegantly”?
syllables in "inelegantly"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · ne · le · gan · tly
Letters
11
i · n · e · l · e · g · a · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
15
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About the word “inelegantly”
The word “inelegantly” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · ne · le · gan · tly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inelegantly" have?
"inelegantly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inelegantly" into syllables?
"inelegantly" is divided into syllables as: i · ne · le · gan · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inelegantly"?
The Scrabble score for "inelegantly" is 15 points.
Using “inelegantly” in writing
"inelegantly" (i · ne · le · gan · 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, “inelegantly” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.