How many syllables in “unpretentiousnesses”?
syllables in "unpretentiousnesses"
Word details
Syllables
5
unpre · tenti · ousne · sses
Letters
19
u · n · p · r · e · t · e · n · t · i · o · u · s · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
21
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About the word “unpretentiousnesses”
The word “unpretentiousnesses” contains 5 syllables, divided as unpre · tenti · ousne · sses. It has 19 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unpretentiousnesses" have?
"unpretentiousnesses" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unpretentiousnesses" into syllables?
"unpretentiousnesses" is divided into syllables as: unpre · tenti · ousne · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "unpretentiousnesses"?
The Scrabble score for "unpretentiousnesses" is 21 points.
Using “unpretentiousnesses” in writing
"unpretentiousnesses" (unpre · tenti · ousne · sses) 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, “unpretentiousnesses” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.