How many syllables in “companionably”?
syllables in "companionably"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · pa · nio · na · bly
Letters
13
c · o · m · p · a · n · i · o · n · a · b · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “companionably”
The word “companionably” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · pa · nio · na · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "companionably" have?
"companionably" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "companionably" into syllables?
"companionably" is divided into syllables as: com · pa · nio · na · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "companionably"?
The Scrabble score for "companionably" is 24 points.
Using “companionably” in writing
"companionably" (com · pa · nio · na · bly) 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, “companionably” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.