How many syllables in “bombastically”?
syllables in "bombastically"
Word details
Syllables
5
bom · ba · sti · cal · ly
Letters
13
b · o · m · b · a · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “bombastically”
The word “bombastically” contains 5 syllables, divided as bom · ba · sti · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bombastically" have?
"bombastically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bombastically" into syllables?
"bombastically" is divided into syllables as: bom · ba · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "bombastically"?
The Scrabble score for "bombastically" is 24 points.
Using “bombastically” in writing
"bombastically" (bom · ba · sti · 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, “bombastically” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.