How many syllables in “uncontrollably”?
syllables in "uncontrollably"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · con · trol · la · bly
Letters
14
u · n · c · o · n · t · r · o · l · l · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “uncontrollably”
The word “uncontrollably” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · con · trol · la · bly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uncontrollably" have?
"uncontrollably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "uncontrollably" into syllables?
"uncontrollably" is divided into syllables as: un · con · trol · la · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "uncontrollably"?
The Scrabble score for "uncontrollably" is 21 points.
Using “uncontrollably” in writing
"uncontrollably" (un · con · trol · la · 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, “uncontrollably” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.