How many syllables in “convulsively”?
syllables in "convulsively"
Word details
Syllables
5
con · vul · si · ve · ly
Letters
12
c · o · n · v · u · l · s · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
23
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About the word “convulsively”
The word “convulsively” contains 5 syllables, divided as con · vul · si · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "convulsively" have?
"convulsively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "convulsively" into syllables?
"convulsively" is divided into syllables as: con · vul · si · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "convulsively"?
The Scrabble score for "convulsively" is 23 points.
Using “convulsively” in writing
"convulsively" (con · vul · 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, “convulsively” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.