How many syllables in “breathlessly”?
syllables in "breathlessly"
Word details
Syllables
3
breat · hles · sly
Letters
12
b · r · e · a · t · h · l · e · s · s · l · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “breathlessly”
The word “breathlessly” contains 3 syllables, divided as breat · hles · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breathlessly" have?
"breathlessly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "breathlessly" into syllables?
"breathlessly" is divided into syllables as: breat · hles · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "breathlessly"?
The Scrabble score for "breathlessly" is 20 points.
Using “breathlessly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "breathlessly" (breat · hles · sly) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “breathlessly” 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.