How many syllables in “insignificance”?
syllables in "insignificance"
Word details
Syllables
5
ins · ign · ifi · can · ce
Letters
14
i · n · s · i · g · n · i · f · i · c · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
22
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About the word “insignificance”
The word “insignificance” contains 5 syllables, divided as ins · ign · ifi · can · ce. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "insignificance" have?
"insignificance" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "insignificance" into syllables?
"insignificance" is divided into syllables as: ins · ign · ifi · can · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "insignificance"?
The Scrabble score for "insignificance" is 22 points.
Using “insignificance” in writing
"insignificance" (ins · ign · ifi · can · ce) 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, “insignificance” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.