How many syllables in “inferiority”?
syllables in "inferiority"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fe · rio · ri · ty
Letters
11
i · n · f · e · r · i · o · r · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “inferiority”
The word “inferiority” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fe · rio · ri · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inferiority" have?
"inferiority" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "inferiority" into syllables?
"inferiority" is divided into syllables as: in · fe · rio · ri · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "inferiority"?
The Scrabble score for "inferiority" is 17 points.
Using “inferiority” in writing
"inferiority" (in · fe · rio · ri · 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, “inferiority” 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.