How many syllables in “unusable”?
syllables in "unusable"
Word details
Syllables
5
un · us · ab · le
Letters
8
u · n · u · s · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “unusable”
The word “unusable” contains 5 syllables, divided as un · us · ab · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unusable" have?
"unusable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "unusable" into syllables?
"unusable" is divided into syllables as: un · us · ab · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "unusable"?
The Scrabble score for "unusable" is 10 points.
Using “unusable” in writing
"unusable" (un · us · ab · le) 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, “unusable” is worth 10 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.