How many syllables in “inexpediently”?
syllables in "inexpediently"
Word details
Syllables
5
i · nex · pe · dien · tly
Letters
13
i · n · e · x · p · e · d · i · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “inexpediently”
The word “inexpediently” contains 5 syllables, divided as i · nex · pe · dien · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inexpediently" have?
"inexpediently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inexpediently" into syllables?
"inexpediently" is divided into syllables as: i · nex · pe · dien · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "inexpediently"?
The Scrabble score for "inexpediently" is 26 points.
Using “inexpediently” in writing
"inexpediently" (i · nex · pe · dien · 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, “inexpediently” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.