How many syllables in “unsaturated”?
syllables in "unsaturated"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · sa · tu · ra · ted
Letters
11
u · n · s · a · t · u · r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “unsaturated”
The word “unsaturated” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · sa · tu · ra · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsaturated" have?
"unsaturated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unsaturated" into syllables?
"unsaturated" is divided into syllables as: un · sa · tu · ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsaturated"?
The Scrabble score for "unsaturated" is 12 points.
Using “unsaturated” in writing
"unsaturated" (un · sa · tu · ra · ted) 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, “unsaturated” is worth 12 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.