How many syllables in “unison”?
syllables in "unison"
Word details
Syllables
3
u · ni · son
Letters
6
u · n · i · s · o · n
Scrabble
6
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About the word “unison”
The word “unison” contains 3 syllables, divided as u · ni · son. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unison" have?
"unison" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "unison" into syllables?
"unison" is divided into syllables as: u · ni · son.
What is the Scrabble score for "unison"?
The Scrabble score for "unison" is 6 points.
Using “unison” in writing
Three-syllable words like "unison" (u · ni · son) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “unison” 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 “unison”
The letters in “unison” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unions.