How many syllables in “cumbersomely”?
syllables in "cumbersomely"
Word details
Syllables
5
cum · ber · so · me · ly
Letters
12
c · u · m · b · e · r · s · o · m · e · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “cumbersomely”
The word “cumbersomely” contains 5 syllables, divided as cum · ber · so · me · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cumbersomely" have?
"cumbersomely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cumbersomely" into syllables?
"cumbersomely" is divided into syllables as: cum · ber · so · me · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cumbersomely"?
The Scrabble score for "cumbersomely" is 23 points.
Using “cumbersomely” in writing
"cumbersomely" (cum · ber · so · me · 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, “cumbersomely” 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.