How many syllables in “uneconomic”?
syllables in "uneconomic"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ne · co · no · mic
Letters
10
u · n · e · c · o · n · o · m · i · c
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “uneconomic”
The word “uneconomic” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ne · co · no · mic. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uneconomic" have?
"uneconomic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "uneconomic" into syllables?
"uneconomic" is divided into syllables as: u · ne · co · no · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "uneconomic"?
The Scrabble score for "uneconomic" is 16 points.
Using “uneconomic” in writing
"uneconomic" (u · ne · co · no · mic) 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, “uneconomic” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.