How many syllables in “unilateral”?
syllables in "unilateral"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · ni · la · te · ral
Letters
10
u · n · i · l · a · t · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “unilateral”
The word “unilateral” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · ni · la · te · ral. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unilateral" have?
"unilateral" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unilateral" into syllables?
"unilateral" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · la · te · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "unilateral"?
The Scrabble score for "unilateral" is 10 points.
Using “unilateral” in writing
"unilateral" (u · ni · la · te · ral) 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, “unilateral” is worth 10 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.