How many syllables in “athletically”?
syllables in "athletically"
Word details
Syllables
5
at · hle · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
a · t · h · l · e · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “athletically”
The word “athletically” contains 5 syllables, divided as at · hle · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "athletically" have?
"athletically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "athletically" into syllables?
"athletically" is divided into syllables as: at · hle · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "athletically"?
The Scrabble score for "athletically" is 20 points.
Using “athletically” in writing
"athletically" (at · hle · ti · 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, “athletically” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.