How many syllables in “unions”?
syllables in "unions"
Word details
Syllables
2
u · nions
Letters
6
u · n · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “unions”
The word “unions” contains 2 syllables, divided as u · nions. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unions" have?
"unions" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unions" into syllables?
"unions" is divided into syllables as: u · nions.
What is the Scrabble score for "unions"?
The Scrabble score for "unions" is 6 points.
Using “unions” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unions" (u · nions) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “unions” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “unions”
The letters in “unions” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unison.