How many syllables in “unprofessional”?
syllables in "unprofessional"
Word details
Syllables
5
unpr · ofes · sion · al
Letters
14
u · n · p · r · o · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “unprofessional”
The word “unprofessional” contains 5 syllables, divided as unpr · ofes · sion · al. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unprofessional" have?
"unprofessional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unprofessional" into syllables?
"unprofessional" is divided into syllables as: unpr · ofes · sion · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "unprofessional"?
The Scrabble score for "unprofessional" is 19 points.
Using “unprofessional” in writing
"unprofessional" (unpr · ofes · sion · al) 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, “unprofessional” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.