How many syllables in “despitefully”?
syllables in "despitefully"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · spi · te · ful · ly
Letters
12
d · e · s · p · i · t · e · f · u · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “despitefully”
The word “despitefully” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · spi · te · ful · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "despitefully" have?
"despitefully" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "despitefully" into syllables?
"despitefully" is divided into syllables as: de · spi · te · ful · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "despitefully"?
The Scrabble score for "despitefully" is 21 points.
Using “despitefully” in writing
"despitefully" (de · spi · te · ful · 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, “despitefully” 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.