How many syllables in “adhesively”?
syllables in "adhesively"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · he · si · ve · ly
Letters
10
a · d · h · e · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “adhesively”
The word “adhesively” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · he · si · ve · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adhesively" have?
"adhesively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adhesively" into syllables?
"adhesively" is divided into syllables as: ad · he · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "adhesively"?
The Scrabble score for "adhesively" is 20 points.
Using “adhesively” in writing
"adhesively" (ad · he · 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, “adhesively” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.