How many syllables in “unmannerliness”?
syllables in "unmannerliness"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · man · ner · li · ness
Letters
14
u · n · m · a · n · n · e · r · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “unmannerliness”
The word “unmannerliness” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · man · ner · li · ness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unmannerliness" have?
"unmannerliness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unmannerliness" into syllables?
"unmannerliness" is divided into syllables as: un · man · ner · li · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "unmannerliness"?
The Scrabble score for "unmannerliness" is 16 points.
Using “unmannerliness” in writing
"unmannerliness" (un · man · ner · li · ness) 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, “unmannerliness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.