How many syllables in “uninterrupted”?
syllables in "uninterrupted"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · nin · ter · rup · ted
Letters
13
u · n · i · n · t · e · r · r · u · p · t · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “uninterrupted”
The word “uninterrupted” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · nin · ter · rup · ted. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "uninterrupted" have?
"uninterrupted" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "uninterrupted" into syllables?
"uninterrupted" is divided into syllables as: u · nin · ter · rup · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "uninterrupted"?
The Scrabble score for "uninterrupted" is 16 points.
Using “uninterrupted” in writing
"uninterrupted" (u · nin · ter · rup · ted) 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, “uninterrupted” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.