How many syllables in “unsurprisingly”?
syllables in "unsurprisingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · sur · pri · sin · gly
Letters
14
u · n · s · u · r · p · r · i · s · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “unsurprisingly”
The word “unsurprisingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · sur · pri · sin · gly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsurprisingly" have?
"unsurprisingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unsurprisingly" into syllables?
"unsurprisingly" is divided into syllables as: un · sur · pri · sin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsurprisingly"?
The Scrabble score for "unsurprisingly" is 20 points.
Using “unsurprisingly” in writing
"unsurprisingly" (un · sur · pri · sin · gly) 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, “unsurprisingly” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.