How many syllables in “abominably”?
syllables in "abominably"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bo · mi · na · bly
Letters
10
a · b · o · m · i · n · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “abominably”
The word “abominably” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bo · mi · na · bly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abominably" have?
"abominably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abominably" into syllables?
"abominably" is divided into syllables as: a · bo · mi · na · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "abominably"?
The Scrabble score for "abominably" is 19 points.
Using “abominably” in writing
"abominably" (a · bo · mi · na · bly) 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, “abominably” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.