How many syllables in “infelicities”?
syllables in "infelicities"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fe · li · ci · ties
Letters
12
i · n · f · e · l · i · c · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “infelicities”
The word “infelicities” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fe · li · ci · ties. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infelicities" have?
"infelicities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "infelicities" into syllables?
"infelicities" is divided into syllables as: in · fe · li · ci · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "infelicities"?
The Scrabble score for "infelicities" is 17 points.
Using “infelicities” in writing
"infelicities" (in · fe · li · ci · ties) 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, “infelicities” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.