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