How many syllables in “unanimously”?
syllables in "unanimously"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · na · ni · mou · sly
Letters
11
u · n · a · n · i · m · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
16
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About the word “unanimously”
The word “unanimously” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · na · ni · mou · sly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unanimously" have?
"unanimously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unanimously" into syllables?
"unanimously" is divided into syllables as: u · na · ni · mou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unanimously"?
The Scrabble score for "unanimously" is 16 points.
Using “unanimously” in writing
"unanimously" (u · na · ni · mou · sly) 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, “unanimously” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.