How many syllables in “unblocks”?
syllables in "unblocks"
Word details
Syllables
2
un · blocks
Letters
8
u · n · b · l · o · c · k · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “unblocks”
The word “unblocks” contains 2 syllables, divided as un · blocks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unblocks" have?
"unblocks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unblocks" into syllables?
"unblocks" is divided into syllables as: un · blocks.
What is the Scrabble score for "unblocks"?
The Scrabble score for "unblocks" is 16 points.
Using “unblocks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unblocks" (un · blocks) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “unblocks” 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.
Anagrams of “unblocks”
The letters in “unblocks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sunblock.