How many syllables in “apocryphally”?
syllables in "apocryphally"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · po · cryp · hal · ly
Letters
12
a · p · o · c · r · y · p · h · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “apocryphally”
The word “apocryphally” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · po · cryp · hal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apocryphally" have?
"apocryphally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apocryphally" into syllables?
"apocryphally" is divided into syllables as: a · po · cryp · hal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "apocryphally"?
The Scrabble score for "apocryphally" is 27 points.
Using “apocryphally” in writing
"apocryphally" (a · po · cryp · hal · 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, “apocryphally” 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.