How many syllables in “acropetally”?
syllables in "acropetally"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · cro · pe · tal · ly
Letters
11
a · c · r · o · p · e · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “acropetally”
The word “acropetally” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · cro · pe · tal · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acropetally" have?
"acropetally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "acropetally" into syllables?
"acropetally" is divided into syllables as: a · cro · pe · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "acropetally"?
The Scrabble score for "acropetally" is 18 points.
Using “acropetally” in writing
"acropetally" (a · cro · pe · tal · 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, “acropetally” 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.