How many syllables in “correctively”?
syllables in "correctively"
Word details
Syllables
5
cor · rec · ti · ve · ly
Letters
12
c · o · r · r · e · c · t · i · v · e · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “correctively”
The word “correctively” contains 5 syllables, divided as cor · rec · ti · ve · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "correctively" have?
"correctively" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "correctively" into syllables?
"correctively" is divided into syllables as: cor · rec · ti · ve · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "correctively"?
The Scrabble score for "correctively" is 22 points.
Using “correctively” in writing
"correctively" (cor · rec · ti · 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, “correctively” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.