How many syllables in “infelicity”?
syllables in "infelicity"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fe · li · ci · ty
Letters
10
i · n · f · e · l · i · c · i · t · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “infelicity”
The word “infelicity” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fe · li · ci · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infelicity" have?
"infelicity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "infelicity" into syllables?
"infelicity" is divided into syllables as: in · fe · li · ci · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "infelicity"?
The Scrabble score for "infelicity" is 18 points.
Using “infelicity” in writing
"infelicity" (in · fe · li · ci · ty) 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, “infelicity” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.