How many syllables in “beneficently”?
syllables in "beneficently"
Word details
Syllables
5
be · ne · fi · cen · tly
Letters
12
b · e · n · e · f · i · c · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “beneficently”
The word “beneficently” contains 5 syllables, divided as be · ne · fi · cen · tly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "beneficently" have?
"beneficently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "beneficently" into syllables?
"beneficently" is divided into syllables as: be · ne · fi · cen · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "beneficently"?
The Scrabble score for "beneficently" is 22 points.
Using “beneficently” in writing
"beneficently" (be · ne · fi · cen · 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, “beneficently” 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.