How many syllables in “abusively”?
syllables in "abusively"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · bu · si · ve · ly
Letters
9
a · b · u · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “abusively”
The word “abusively” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · bu · si · ve · ly. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "abusively" have?
"abusively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "abusively" into syllables?
"abusively" is divided into syllables as: a · bu · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "abusively"?
The Scrabble score for "abusively" is 17 points.
Using “abusively” in writing
"abusively" (a · bu · si · ve · 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, “abusively” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.