How many syllables in “underhandedly”?
syllables in "underhandedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · der · han · ded · ly
Letters
13
u · n · d · e · r · h · a · n · d · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “underhandedly”
The word “underhandedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · der · han · ded · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "underhandedly" have?
"underhandedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "underhandedly" into syllables?
"underhandedly" is divided into syllables as: un · der · han · ded · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "underhandedly"?
The Scrabble score for "underhandedly" is 22 points.
Using “underhandedly” in writing
"underhandedly" (un · der · han · ded · ly) 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, “underhandedly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.