How many syllables in “deprecatingly”?
syllables in "deprecatingly"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · pre · ca · tin · gly
Letters
13
d · e · p · r · e · c · a · t · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “deprecatingly”
The word “deprecatingly” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · pre · ca · tin · gly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deprecatingly" have?
"deprecatingly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "deprecatingly" into syllables?
"deprecatingly" is divided into syllables as: de · pre · ca · tin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "deprecatingly"?
The Scrabble score for "deprecatingly" is 22 points.
Using “deprecatingly” in writing
"deprecatingly" (de · pre · ca · tin · gly) 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, “deprecatingly” 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.