How many syllables in “unbelievingly”?
syllables in "unbelievingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · be · lie · vin · gly
Letters
13
u · n · b · e · l · i · e · v · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “unbelievingly”
The word “unbelievingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · be · lie · vin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unbelievingly" have?
"unbelievingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unbelievingly" into syllables?
"unbelievingly" is divided into syllables as: un · be · lie · vin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unbelievingly"?
The Scrabble score for "unbelievingly" is 22 points.
Using “unbelievingly” in writing
"unbelievingly" (un · be · lie · vin · gly) 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, “unbelievingly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.