How many syllables in “absolutely”?
syllables in "absolutely"
Word details
Syllables
5
ab · so · lu · te · ly
Letters
10
a · b · s · o · l · u · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “absolutely”
The word “absolutely” contains 5 syllables, divided as ab · so · lu · te · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "absolutely" have?
"absolutely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "absolutely" into syllables?
"absolutely" is divided into syllables as: ab · so · lu · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "absolutely"?
The Scrabble score for "absolutely" is 15 points.
Using “absolutely” in writing
"absolutely" (ab · so · lu · te · 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, “absolutely” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.