How many syllables in “compulsively”?
syllables in "compulsively"
Word details
Syllables
5
com · pul · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
c · o · m · p · u · l · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “compulsively”
The word “compulsively” contains 5 syllables, divided as com · pul · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "compulsively" have?
"compulsively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "compulsively" into syllables?
"compulsively" is divided into syllables as: com · pul · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "compulsively"?
The Scrabble score for "compulsively" is 24 points.
Using “compulsively” in writing
"compulsively" (com · pul · 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, “compulsively” 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.