How many syllables in “unavoidably”?
syllables in "unavoidably"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · na · voi · da · bly
Letters
11
u · n · a · v · o · i · d · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “unavoidably”
The word “unavoidably” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · na · voi · da · bly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unavoidably" have?
"unavoidably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unavoidably" into syllables?
"unavoidably" is divided into syllables as: u · na · voi · da · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unavoidably"?
The Scrabble score for "unavoidably" is 20 points.
Using “unavoidably” in writing
"unavoidably" (u · na · voi · da · 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, “unavoidably” 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.