How many syllables in “unbuilt”?
syllables in "unbuilt"
Word details
Syllables
2
un · built
Letters
7
u · n · b · u · i · l · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “unbuilt”
The word “unbuilt” contains 2 syllables, divided as un · built. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unbuilt" have?
"unbuilt" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unbuilt" into syllables?
"unbuilt" is divided into syllables as: un · built.
What is the Scrabble score for "unbuilt"?
The Scrabble score for "unbuilt" is 9 points.
Using “unbuilt” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unbuilt" (un · built) 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, “unbuilt” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “unbuilt”
The letters in “unbuilt” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tubulin.