How many syllables in “despairingly”?
syllables in "despairingly"
Word details
Syllables
4
de · spai · rin · gly
Letters
12
d · e · s · p · a · i · r · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “despairingly”
The word “despairingly” contains 4 syllables, divided as de · spai · rin · gly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despairingly" have?
"despairingly" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "despairingly" into syllables?
"despairingly" is divided into syllables as: de · spai · rin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "despairingly"?
The Scrabble score for "despairingly" is 19 points.
Using “despairingly” in writing
Four-syllable words like "despairingly" (de · spai · rin · gly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “despairingly” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “despairingly”
The letters in “despairingly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: redisplaying.