How many syllables in “unorthodoxy”?
syllables in "unorthodoxy"
Word details
Syllables
5
u · nor · tho · do · xy
Letters
11
u · n · o · r · t · h · o · d · o · x · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “unorthodoxy”
The word “unorthodoxy” contains 5 syllables, divided as u · nor · tho · do · xy. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unorthodoxy" have?
"unorthodoxy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unorthodoxy" into syllables?
"unorthodoxy" is divided into syllables as: u · nor · tho · do · xy.
What is the Scrabble score for "unorthodoxy"?
The Scrabble score for "unorthodoxy" is 25 points.
Using “unorthodoxy” in writing
"unorthodoxy" (u · nor · tho · do · xy) 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, “unorthodoxy” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.