How many syllables in “ungratefully”?
syllables in "ungratefully"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · gra · te · ful · ly
Letters
12
u · n · g · r · a · t · e · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “ungratefully”
The word “ungratefully” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · gra · te · ful · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ungratefully" have?
"ungratefully" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ungratefully" into syllables?
"ungratefully" is divided into syllables as: un · gra · te · ful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ungratefully"?
The Scrabble score for "ungratefully" is 19 points.
Using “ungratefully” in writing
"ungratefully" (un · gra · te · ful · 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, “ungratefully” 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.