How many syllables in “adjectively”?
syllables in "adjectively"
Word details
Syllables
5
ad · jec · ti · ve · ly
Letters
11
a · d · j · e · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “adjectively”
The word “adjectively” contains 5 syllables, divided as ad · jec · ti · ve · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "adjectively" have?
"adjectively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "adjectively" into syllables?
"adjectively" is divided into syllables as: ad · jec · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "adjectively"?
The Scrabble score for "adjectively" is 27 points.
Using “adjectively” in writing
"adjectively" (ad · jec · 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, “adjectively” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.