How many syllables in “unkindness”?
syllables in "unkindness"
Word details
Syllables
3
un · kin · dness
Letters
10
u · n · k · i · n · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “unkindness”
The word “unkindness” contains 3 syllables, divided as un · kin · dness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unkindness" have?
"unkindness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "unkindness" into syllables?
"unkindness" is divided into syllables as: un · kin · dness.
What is the Scrabble score for "unkindness"?
The Scrabble score for "unkindness" is 15 points.
Using “unkindness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "unkindness" (un · kin · dness) 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, “unkindness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.