How many syllables in “underachieving”?
syllables in "underachieving"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · de · rac · hie · ving
Letters
14
u · n · d · e · r · a · c · h · i · e · v · i · n · g
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “underachieving”
The word “underachieving” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · de · rac · hie · ving. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underachieving" have?
"underachieving" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underachieving" into syllables?
"underachieving" is divided into syllables as: un · de · rac · hie · ving.
What is the Scrabble score for "underachieving"?
The Scrabble score for "underachieving" is 24 points.
Using “underachieving” in writing
"underachieving" (un · de · rac · hie · ving) 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, “underachieving” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.