How many syllables in “unsympathetic”?
syllables in "unsympathetic"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · sym · pat · he · tic
Letters
13
u · n · s · y · m · p · a · t · h · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “unsympathetic”
The word “unsympathetic” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · sym · pat · he · tic. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsympathetic" have?
"unsympathetic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unsympathetic" into syllables?
"unsympathetic" is divided into syllables as: un · sym · pat · he · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsympathetic"?
The Scrabble score for "unsympathetic" is 25 points.
Using “unsympathetic” in writing
"unsympathetic" (un · sym · pat · he · tic) 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, “unsympathetic” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.