How many syllables in “unadventurous”?
syllables in "unadventurous"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · nad · ven · tu · rous
Letters
13
u · n · a · d · v · e · n · t · u · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “unadventurous”
The word “unadventurous” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · nad · ven · tu · rous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unadventurous" have?
"unadventurous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unadventurous" into syllables?
"unadventurous" is divided into syllables as: u · nad · ven · tu · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "unadventurous"?
The Scrabble score for "unadventurous" is 17 points.
Using “unadventurous” in writing
"unadventurous" (u · nad · ven · tu · rous) 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, “unadventurous” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.