How many syllables in “infelicitous”?
syllables in "infelicitous"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fe · li · ci · tous
Letters
12
i · n · f · e · l · i · c · i · t · o · u · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “infelicitous”
The word “infelicitous” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fe · li · ci · tous. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infelicitous" have?
"infelicitous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "infelicitous" into syllables?
"infelicitous" is divided into syllables as: in · fe · li · ci · tous.
What is the Scrabble score for "infelicitous"?
The Scrabble score for "infelicitous" is 17 points.
Using “infelicitous” in writing
"infelicitous" (in · fe · li · ci · tous) 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, “infelicitous” 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.