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