How many syllables in “unidentified”?
syllables in "unidentified"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ni · den · ti · fied
Letters
12
u · n · i · d · e · n · t · i · f · i · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “unidentified”
The word “unidentified” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ni · den · ti · fied. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unidentified" have?
"unidentified" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unidentified" into syllables?
"unidentified" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · den · ti · fied.
What is the Scrabble score for "unidentified"?
The Scrabble score for "unidentified" is 17 points.
Using “unidentified” in writing
"unidentified" (u · ni · den · ti · fied) 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, “unidentified” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.