How many syllables in “comprehensibly”?
syllables in "comprehensibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · pre · hen · si · bly
Letters
14
c · o · m · p · r · e · h · e · n · s · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
28
points
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About the word “comprehensibly”
The word “comprehensibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · pre · hen · si · bly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "comprehensibly" have?
"comprehensibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "comprehensibly" into syllables?
"comprehensibly" is divided into syllables as: com · pre · hen · si · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "comprehensibly"?
The Scrabble score for "comprehensibly" is 28 points.
Using “comprehensibly” in writing
"comprehensibly" (com · pre · hen · si · 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, “comprehensibly” is worth 28 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.