How many syllables in “irresponsibly”?
syllables in "irresponsibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
ir · re · spon · si · bly
Letters
13
i · r · r · e · s · p · o · n · s · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “irresponsibly”
The word “irresponsibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as ir · re · spon · si · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "irresponsibly" have?
"irresponsibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "irresponsibly" into syllables?
"irresponsibly" is divided into syllables as: ir · re · spon · si · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "irresponsibly"?
The Scrabble score for "irresponsibly" is 20 points.
Using “irresponsibly” in writing
"irresponsibly" (ir · re · spon · si · 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, “irresponsibly” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.