How many syllables in “irrecusably”?
syllables in "irrecusably"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · re · cu · sa · bly
Letters
11
i · r · r · e · c · u · s · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “irrecusably”
The word “irrecusably” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · re · cu · sa · bly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irrecusably" have?
"irrecusably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irrecusably" into syllables?
"irrecusably" is divided into syllables as: ir · re · cu · sa · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "irrecusably"?
The Scrabble score for "irrecusably" is 18 points.
Using “irrecusably” in writing
"irrecusably" (ir · re · cu · sa · bly) 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, “irrecusably” 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.