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How many syllables in “unmanliest”?

3

syllables in "unmanliest"

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Word details

Syllables

3

un · man · liest

Letters

10

u · n · m · a · n · l · i · e · s · t

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

u1
n1
m3
a1
n1
l1
i1
e1
s1
t1

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About the word “unmanliest

The word unmanliest contains 3 syllables, divided as un · man · liest. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "unmanliest" have?

"unmanliest" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "unmanliest" into syllables?

"unmanliest" is divided into syllables as: un · man · liest.

What is the Scrabble score for "unmanliest"?

The Scrabble score for "unmanliest" is 12 points.

Using “unmanliest” in writing

Three-syllable words like "unmanliest" (un · man · liest) 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, unmanliest is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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