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How many syllables in “unskillfulnesses”?

4

syllables in "unskillfulnesses"

unskillfulnesses
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Word details

Syllables

4

unsk · illf · ulne · sses

Letters

16

u · n · s · k · i · l · l · f · u · l · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

23

points

Scrabble letter values

u1
n1
s1
k5
i1
l1
l1
f4
u1
l1
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “unskillfulnesses

The word unskillfulnesses contains 4 syllables, divided as unsk · illf · ulne · sses. It has 16 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "unskillfulnesses" have?

"unskillfulnesses" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "unskillfulnesses" into syllables?

"unskillfulnesses" is divided into syllables as: unsk · illf · ulne · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "unskillfulnesses"?

The Scrabble score for "unskillfulnesses" is 23 points.

Using “unskillfulnesses” in writing

Four-syllable words like "unskillfulnesses" (unsk · illf · ulne · sses) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, unskillfulnesses is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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