How many syllables in “bewilderingly”?
syllables in "bewilderingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
be · wil · de · rin · gly
Letters
13
b · e · w · i · l · d · e · r · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “bewilderingly”
The word “bewilderingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as be · wil · de · rin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bewilderingly" have?
"bewilderingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bewilderingly" into syllables?
"bewilderingly" is divided into syllables as: be · wil · de · rin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "bewilderingly"?
The Scrabble score for "bewilderingly" is 23 points.
Using “bewilderingly” in writing
"bewilderingly" (be · wil · de · rin · gly) 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, “bewilderingly” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.