How many syllables in “approximately”?
syllables in "approximately"
Word details
Syllables
5
app · rox · ima · tel · y
Letters
13
a · p · p · r · o · x · i · m · a · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “approximately”
The word “approximately” contains 5 syllables, divided as app · rox · ima · tel · y. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "approximately" have?
"approximately" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "approximately" into syllables?
"approximately" is divided into syllables as: app · rox · ima · tel · y.
What is the Scrabble score for "approximately"?
The Scrabble score for "approximately" is 29 points.
Using “approximately” in writing
"approximately" (app · rox · ima · tel · y) 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, “approximately” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.