How many syllables in “deferentially”?
syllables in "deferentially"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · fe · ren · tial · ly
Letters
13
d · e · f · e · r · e · n · t · i · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “deferentially”
The word “deferentially” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · fe · ren · tial · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deferentially" have?
"deferentially" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deferentially" into syllables?
"deferentially" is divided into syllables as: de · fe · ren · tial · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "deferentially"?
The Scrabble score for "deferentially" is 20 points.
Using “deferentially” in writing
"deferentially" (de · fe · ren · tial · 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, “deferentially” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.