How many syllables in “unicellular”?
syllables in "unicellular"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ni · cel · lu · lar
Letters
11
u · n · i · c · e · l · l · u · l · a · r
Scrabble
13
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About the word “unicellular”
The word “unicellular” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ni · cel · lu · lar. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unicellular" have?
"unicellular" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unicellular" into syllables?
"unicellular" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · cel · lu · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "unicellular"?
The Scrabble score for "unicellular" is 13 points.
Using “unicellular” in writing
"unicellular" (u · ni · cel · lu · lar) 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, “unicellular” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.