How many syllables in “infidelity”?
syllables in "infidelity"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · fi · de · li · ty
Letters
10
i · n · f · i · d · e · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “infidelity”
The word “infidelity” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · fi · de · li · ty. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "infidelity" have?
"infidelity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "infidelity" into syllables?
"infidelity" is divided into syllables as: in · fi · de · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "infidelity"?
The Scrabble score for "infidelity" is 17 points.
Using “infidelity” in writing
"infidelity" (in · fi · de · li · 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, “infidelity” 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.