How many syllables in “unacceptably”?
syllables in "unacceptably"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · nac · cep · ta · bly
Letters
12
u · n · a · c · c · e · p · t · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “unacceptably”
The word “unacceptably” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · nac · cep · ta · bly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unacceptably" have?
"unacceptably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unacceptably" into syllables?
"unacceptably" is divided into syllables as: u · nac · cep · ta · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unacceptably"?
The Scrabble score for "unacceptably" is 23 points.
Using “unacceptably” in writing
"unacceptably" (u · nac · cep · ta · 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, “unacceptably” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.