How many syllables in “undercarriages”?
syllables in "undercarriages"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · der · car · ria · ges
Letters
14
u · n · d · e · r · c · a · r · r · i · a · g · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “undercarriages”
The word “undercarriages” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · der · car · ria · ges. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "undercarriages" have?
"undercarriages" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "undercarriages" into syllables?
"undercarriages" is divided into syllables as: un · der · car · ria · ges.
What is the Scrabble score for "undercarriages"?
The Scrabble score for "undercarriages" is 18 points.
Using “undercarriages” in writing
"undercarriages" (un · der · car · ria · ges) 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, “undercarriages” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.