How many syllables in “calamitously”?
syllables in "calamitously"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · la · mi · tou · sly
Letters
12
c · a · l · a · m · i · t · o · u · s · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “calamitously”
The word “calamitously” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · la · mi · tou · sly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calamitously" have?
"calamitously" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "calamitously" into syllables?
"calamitously" is divided into syllables as: ca · la · mi · tou · sly.
What is the Scrabble score for "calamitously"?
The Scrabble score for "calamitously" is 19 points.
Using “calamitously” in writing
"calamitously" (ca · la · mi · tou · sly) 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, “calamitously” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.