How many syllables in “cladistically”?
syllables in "cladistically"
Word details
Syllables
5
cla · di · sti · cal · ly
Letters
13
c · l · a · d · i · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cladistically”
The word “cladistically” contains 5 syllables, divided as cla · di · sti · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cladistically" have?
"cladistically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cladistically" into syllables?
"cladistically" is divided into syllables as: cla · di · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cladistically"?
The Scrabble score for "cladistically" is 21 points.
Using “cladistically” in writing
"cladistically" (cla · di · 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, “cladistically” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.