How many syllables in “adaptively”?
syllables in "adaptively"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · dap · ti · ve · ly
Letters
10
a · d · a · p · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “adaptively”
The word “adaptively” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · dap · ti · ve · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adaptively" have?
"adaptively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adaptively" into syllables?
"adaptively" is divided into syllables as: a · dap · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "adaptively"?
The Scrabble score for "adaptively" is 19 points.
Using “adaptively” in writing
"adaptively" (a · dap · ti · 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, “adaptively” 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.