How many syllables in “cohesively”?
syllables in "cohesively"
Word details
Syllables
5
co · he · si · ve · ly
Letters
10
c · o · h · e · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cohesively”
The word “cohesively” contains 5 syllables, divided as co · he · si · ve · ly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cohesively" have?
"cohesively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cohesively" into syllables?
"cohesively" is divided into syllables as: co · he · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cohesively"?
The Scrabble score for "cohesively" is 21 points.
Using “cohesively” in writing
"cohesively" (co · he · si · ve · 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, “cohesively” 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.