How many syllables in “ungentlemanly”?
syllables in "ungentlemanly"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · gen · tle · man · ly
Letters
13
u · n · g · e · n · t · l · e · m · a · n · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “ungentlemanly”
The word “ungentlemanly” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · gen · tle · man · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ungentlemanly" have?
"ungentlemanly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ungentlemanly" into syllables?
"ungentlemanly" is divided into syllables as: un · gen · tle · man · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ungentlemanly"?
The Scrabble score for "ungentlemanly" is 19 points.
Using “ungentlemanly” in writing
"ungentlemanly" (un · gen · tle · man · 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, “ungentlemanly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.