How many syllables in “unmentionables”?
syllables in "unmentionables"
Word details
Syllables
5
unme · ntio · nabl · es
Letters
14
u · n · m · e · n · t · i · o · n · a · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “unmentionables”
The word “unmentionables” contains 5 syllables, divided as unme · ntio · nabl · es. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unmentionables" have?
"unmentionables" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unmentionables" into syllables?
"unmentionables" is divided into syllables as: unme · ntio · nabl · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "unmentionables"?
The Scrabble score for "unmentionables" is 18 points.
Using “unmentionables” in writing
"unmentionables" (unme · ntio · nabl · es) 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, “unmentionables” 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.