How many syllables in “unknowable”?
syllables in "unknowable"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · kn · ow · ab · le
Letters
10
u · n · k · n · o · w · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “unknowable”
The word “unknowable” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · kn · ow · ab · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unknowable" have?
"unknowable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unknowable" into syllables?
"unknowable" is divided into syllables as: un · kn · ow · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "unknowable"?
The Scrabble score for "unknowable" is 19 points.
Using “unknowable” in writing
"unknowable" (un · kn · ow · ab · le) 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, “unknowable” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.