How many syllables in “unpretentiously”?
syllables in "unpretentiously"
Word details
Syllables
5
unpr · eten · tiou · sly
Letters
15
u · n · p · r · e · t · e · n · t · i · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “unpretentiously”
The word “unpretentiously” contains 5 syllables, divided as unpr · eten · tiou · sly. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unpretentiously" have?
"unpretentiously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unpretentiously" into syllables?
"unpretentiously" is divided into syllables as: unpr · eten · tiou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unpretentiously"?
The Scrabble score for "unpretentiously" is 20 points.
Using “unpretentiously” in writing
"unpretentiously" (unpr · eten · tiou · sly) 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, “unpretentiously” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.