How many syllables in “abiotically”?
syllables in "abiotically"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bio · ti · cal · ly
Letters
11
a · b · i · o · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “abiotically”
The word “abiotically” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bio · ti · cal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abiotically" have?
"abiotically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abiotically" into syllables?
"abiotically" is divided into syllables as: a · bio · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "abiotically"?
The Scrabble score for "abiotically" is 18 points.
Using “abiotically” in writing
"abiotically" (a · bio · ti · cal · ly) 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, “abiotically” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.