How many syllables in “unsex”?
syllables in "unsex"
Word details
Syllables
2
un · sex
Letters
5
u · n · s · e · x
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “unsex”
The word “unsex” contains 2 syllables, divided as un · sex. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsex" have?
"unsex" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unsex" into syllables?
"unsex" is divided into syllables as: un · sex.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsex"?
The Scrabble score for "unsex" is 12 points.
Using “unsex” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unsex" (un · sex) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “unsex” 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.
Anagrams of “unsex”
The letters in “unsex” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nexus.