How many syllables in “unlikelihood”?
syllables in "unlikelihood"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · li · ke · li · hood
Letters
12
u · n · l · i · k · e · l · i · h · o · o · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “unlikelihood”
The word “unlikelihood” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · li · ke · li · hood. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unlikelihood" have?
"unlikelihood" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unlikelihood" into syllables?
"unlikelihood" is divided into syllables as: un · li · ke · li · hood.
What is the Scrabble score for "unlikelihood"?
The Scrabble score for "unlikelihood" is 20 points.
Using “unlikelihood” in writing
"unlikelihood" (un · li · ke · li · hood) 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, “unlikelihood” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.