How many syllables in “unemployable”?
syllables in "unemployable"
Word details
Syllables
5
une · mpl · oya · ble
Letters
12
u · n · e · m · p · l · o · y · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
21
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About the word “unemployable”
The word “unemployable” contains 5 syllables, divided as une · mpl · oya · ble. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unemployable" have?
"unemployable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unemployable" into syllables?
"unemployable" is divided into syllables as: une · mpl · oya · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "unemployable"?
The Scrabble score for "unemployable" is 21 points.
Using “unemployable” in writing
"unemployable" (une · mpl · oya · ble) 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, “unemployable” 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.