How many syllables in “unsurpassed”?
syllables in "unsurpassed"
Word details
Syllables
3
unsu · rpas · sed
Letters
11
u · n · s · u · r · p · a · s · s · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “unsurpassed”
The word “unsurpassed” contains 3 syllables, divided as unsu · rpas · sed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsurpassed" have?
"unsurpassed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "unsurpassed" into syllables?
"unsurpassed" is divided into syllables as: unsu · rpas · sed.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsurpassed"?
The Scrabble score for "unsurpassed" is 14 points.
Using “unsurpassed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "unsurpassed" (unsu · rpas · sed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “unsurpassed” is worth 14 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.