How many syllables in “unostentatious”?
syllables in "unostentatious"
Word details
Syllables
5
unos · tent · atio · us
Letters
14
u · n · o · s · t · e · n · t · a · t · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “unostentatious”
The word “unostentatious” contains 5 syllables, divided as unos · tent · atio · us. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unostentatious" have?
"unostentatious" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unostentatious" into syllables?
"unostentatious" is divided into syllables as: unos · tent · atio · us.
What is the Scrabble score for "unostentatious"?
The Scrabble score for "unostentatious" is 14 points.
Using “unostentatious” in writing
"unostentatious" (unos · tent · atio · us) 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, “unostentatious” is worth 14 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.