How many syllables in “cosmetically”?
syllables in "cosmetically"
Word details
Syllables
5
co · sme · ti · cal · ly
Letters
12
c · o · s · m · e · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cosmetically”
The word “cosmetically” contains 5 syllables, divided as co · sme · ti · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosmetically" have?
"cosmetically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cosmetically" into syllables?
"cosmetically" is divided into syllables as: co · sme · ti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosmetically"?
The Scrabble score for "cosmetically" is 21 points.
Using “cosmetically” in writing
"cosmetically" (co · sme · ti · cal · 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, “cosmetically” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.