How many syllables in “ambivalently”?
syllables in "ambivalently"
Word details
Syllables
5
am · bi · va · len · tly
Letters
12
a · m · b · i · v · a · l · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “ambivalently”
The word “ambivalently” contains 5 syllables, divided as am · bi · va · len · tly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ambivalently" have?
"ambivalently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "ambivalently" into syllables?
"ambivalently" is divided into syllables as: am · bi · va · len · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "ambivalently"?
The Scrabble score for "ambivalently" is 22 points.
Using “ambivalently” in writing
"ambivalently" (am · bi · va · len · tly) 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, “ambivalently” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.