How many syllables in “inexcusably”?
syllables in "inexcusably"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nex · cu · sa · bly
Letters
11
i · n · e · x · c · u · s · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “inexcusably”
The word “inexcusably” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nex · cu · sa · bly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inexcusably" have?
"inexcusably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inexcusably" into syllables?
"inexcusably" is divided into syllables as: i · nex · cu · sa · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inexcusably"?
The Scrabble score for "inexcusably" is 25 points.
Using “inexcusably” in writing
"inexcusably" (i · nex · cu · sa · bly) 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, “inexcusably” 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.