How many syllables in “catholically”?
syllables in "catholically"
Word details
Syllables
5
cat · ho · li · cal · ly
Letters
12
c · a · t · h · o · l · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “catholically”
The word “catholically” contains 5 syllables, divided as cat · ho · li · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catholically" have?
"catholically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "catholically" into syllables?
"catholically" is divided into syllables as: cat · ho · li · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "catholically"?
The Scrabble score for "catholically" is 22 points.
Using “catholically” in writing
"catholically" (cat · ho · li · 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, “catholically” 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.