How many syllables in “unknowings”?
syllables in "unknowings"
Word details
Syllables
3
un · kno · wings
Letters
10
u · n · k · n · o · w · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “unknowings”
The word “unknowings” contains 3 syllables, divided as un · kno · wings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unknowings" have?
"unknowings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "unknowings" into syllables?
"unknowings" is divided into syllables as: un · kno · wings.
What is the Scrabble score for "unknowings"?
The Scrabble score for "unknowings" is 18 points.
Using “unknowings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "unknowings" (un · kno · wings) 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, “unknowings” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.