How many syllables in “absentmindedly”?
syllables in "absentmindedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
ab · sen · tmin · ded · ly
Letters
14
a · b · s · e · n · t · m · i · n · d · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “absentmindedly”
The word “absentmindedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as ab · sen · tmin · ded · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "absentmindedly" have?
"absentmindedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "absentmindedly" into syllables?
"absentmindedly" is divided into syllables as: ab · sen · tmin · ded · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "absentmindedly"?
The Scrabble score for "absentmindedly" is 23 points.
Using “absentmindedly” in writing
"absentmindedly" (ab · sen · tmin · ded · 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, “absentmindedly” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.