How many syllables in “compositely”?
syllables in "compositely"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · po · si · te · ly
Letters
11
c · o · m · p · o · s · i · t · e · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “compositely”
The word “compositely” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · po · si · te · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "compositely" have?
"compositely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "compositely" into syllables?
"compositely" is divided into syllables as: com · po · si · te · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "compositely"?
The Scrabble score for "compositely" is 20 points.
Using “compositely” in writing
"compositely" (com · po · si · te · 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, “compositely” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.