How many syllables in “unexpectedness”?
syllables in "unexpectedness"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · nex · pec · ted · ness
Letters
14
u · n · e · x · p · e · c · t · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
26
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “unexpectedness”
The word “unexpectedness” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · nex · pec · ted · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unexpectedness" have?
"unexpectedness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unexpectedness" into syllables?
"unexpectedness" is divided into syllables as: u · nex · pec · ted · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "unexpectedness"?
The Scrabble score for "unexpectedness" is 26 points.
Using “unexpectedness” in writing
"unexpectedness" (u · nex · pec · ted · ness) 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, “unexpectedness” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.