How many syllables in “inexpediency”?
syllables in "inexpediency"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nex · pe · dien · cy
Letters
12
i · n · e · x · p · e · d · i · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
27
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About the word “inexpediency”
The word “inexpediency” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nex · pe · dien · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inexpediency" have?
"inexpediency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inexpediency" into syllables?
"inexpediency" is divided into syllables as: i · nex · pe · dien · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "inexpediency"?
The Scrabble score for "inexpediency" is 27 points.
Using “inexpediency” in writing
"inexpediency" (i · nex · pe · dien · 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, “inexpediency” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.