How many syllables in “altruistically”?
syllables in "altruistically"
Word details
Syllables
5
al · trui · sti · cal · ly
Letters
14
a · l · t · r · u · i · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “altruistically”
The word “altruistically” contains 5 syllables, divided as al · trui · sti · cal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "altruistically" have?
"altruistically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "altruistically" into syllables?
"altruistically" is divided into syllables as: al · trui · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "altruistically"?
The Scrabble score for "altruistically" is 19 points.
Using “altruistically” in writing
"altruistically" (al · trui · sti · cal · 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, “altruistically” 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.